Plumber-WF
Company
Montefiore Einstein
Location
Bronx, NY
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
City/State:
Bronx, New York
Grant Funded:
No
Department:
FAC - ENG Wakefield
Bargaining Unit:
Local 30
Work Shift:
Day
Work Days:
MON-FRI
Scheduled Hours:
7:30 AM-3:30 PM
Scheduled Daily Hours:
7.5 HOURS
Hourly Rate:
$37.29
For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.
To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here .
Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs routine plumbing maintenace duties including repair and maintenance of plumbing systems including water, steam, gas and vacuum systems. Performs related duties as required
Essential Functions
• Will perform all duties assigned across all trades.
• Performs maintenance, installation and repair of various plumbing systems or equipment throughout the facitlity including pumps, fixtures, water, waste and gas lines. Locate, diagnose and repair problems in the plumbing and gas systems. May install, test and repair lines and fixtures. Inspects and tests water, waste gas lines for leaks. Isolates defects in lines, pumps or fixtures to locate obvious faults such as broken valves, pipes or loose connections and leaky joints, worn washers.
• Repairs plumbing fixtures, fittings and equipment. Replaces pipes and pumps. Unclogs waste drains and sewage pipes.
• Moves and transports heavy equipment, tools and supplies to work site. Stores equipment in designated areas and assists in maintaining the security of equipment and materials. Maintain clean and orderly work site.
• Estimates and orders supplies needed to complete assignment. Maintains records pertaining to assignments.
• Performs related duties as required (e.g. assisting with floods and snow emergencies).Explains requirements and guides outside contractors in the completion of projects.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 1-3 years Plumbing Required
• 4-6 years Completion of Plumbing Apprenticeship Preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint and plumbing diagrams (High proficiency)
• FDNY Certificate of Fitness for Torch Operator and Fire Guard Upon Hire Required
Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Bronx, New York
Grant Funded:
No
Department:
FAC - ENG Wakefield
Bargaining Unit:
Local 30
Work Shift:
Day
Work Days:
MON-FRI
Scheduled Hours:
7:30 AM-3:30 PM
Scheduled Daily Hours:
7.5 HOURS
Hourly Rate:
$37.29
For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.
To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here .
Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs routine plumbing maintenace duties including repair and maintenance of plumbing systems including water, steam, gas and vacuum systems. Performs related duties as required
Essential Functions
• Will perform all duties assigned across all trades.
• Performs maintenance, installation and repair of various plumbing systems or equipment throughout the facitlity including pumps, fixtures, water, waste and gas lines. Locate, diagnose and repair problems in the plumbing and gas systems. May install, test and repair lines and fixtures. Inspects and tests water, waste gas lines for leaks. Isolates defects in lines, pumps or fixtures to locate obvious faults such as broken valves, pipes or loose connections and leaky joints, worn washers.
• Repairs plumbing fixtures, fittings and equipment. Replaces pipes and pumps. Unclogs waste drains and sewage pipes.
• Moves and transports heavy equipment, tools and supplies to work site. Stores equipment in designated areas and assists in maintaining the security of equipment and materials. Maintain clean and orderly work site.
• Estimates and orders supplies needed to complete assignment. Maintains records pertaining to assignments.
• Performs related duties as required (e.g. assisting with floods and snow emergencies).Explains requirements and guides outside contractors in the completion of projects.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 1-3 years Plumbing Required
• 4-6 years Completion of Plumbing Apprenticeship Preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint and plumbing diagrams (High proficiency)
• FDNY Certificate of Fitness for Torch Operator and Fire Guard Upon Hire Required
Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What hourly rate including overtime applies to plumber positions in the United States starting January 2026?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers receive a base rate of $32.45 per hour with time-and-a-half at $48.68 per hour for all hours over 40 in a workweek as of January 1 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the Fair Labor Standards Act for non-exempt plumbing roles. Union contracts in 12 states add an additional $4.25 per hour shift differential.
What visa and work permit steps are required for foreign plumbers to work legally in the United States in 2026?
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requires an approved H-2B petition with a valid temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor showing no qualified U.S. workers available. The visa cap for fiscal year 2026 is set at 66,000 with an additional 20,000 returning worker exemption available until March 31 2026. Applicants must submit Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee plus $150 fraud prevention fee.
What education and experience minimums qualify someone for licensed plumber jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires completion of a 4-5 year registered apprenticeship program totaling at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of related classroom instruction. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory before starting the apprenticeship. Four states additionally require 2 years of documented prior experience for license examination eligibility in 2026.
Which documents must be submitted when applying for plumber positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Job seekers must upload a completed ETA Form 9089, current plumbing license, and proof of apprenticeship completion to the Department of Labor's job bank system. A valid Social Security card and state-issued photo ID are required for I-9 verification within three business days of hire. Background check authorization forms must also be signed before any conditional offer.
