Plumber Apprentice (260 days)
Company
Dallas Independent School District
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
19.74–24.07 an hour
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Plumber Apprentice (260 days) -(RTP20250905-005)
Description
• Assist licensed plumbers daily to complete plumbing task throughout the district.
• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints and related drawings; perform the appropriate installations and repair procedures to minimize structural weakness.
• Complete minor plumbing repairs including faucets, toilets, water sewer, etc., throughout the district.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and hours worked for work order completion on assigned work, projects, and other required records.
• Follow district safety guidelines, using good safety practices for operating hand and power tools and equipment as needed for job completion. Wear safety equipment as assigned, at all times.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and vehicle as assigned daily, informing supervisor of any known problems immediately and provide documentation during inspection and/or inventory of tools, equipement, vehicle as required.
• Communicate effectively with principals, department heads, district staff, and all other auxiliary services personnel in a professional manner in all phases necessary to locate, correct, repair, and complete each job or project.
• Employee will be required to respond to after hour/emergency callouts, be placed on an emergency call out rotation, and flex work hours to accommodate job completions.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or USA equivalency; vocational and other technical courses preferred.
• Two (2) years of plumbing experience.
• Must have a current valid apprentice card as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities under general supervision.
• Must be able to pass the Asbestos physical and obtain certification within 90 days after the hire date.
• Must have valid Texas drivers license that meets the District driver standards to operate District vehicle.
• Must pass Dallas ISD random drug test.
• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and driving record that meets District standards.
Work Locations: Mechanical Electrical & Plumbing 3701 BOTHAM JEAN BOULEVARD BOX 75 Dallas 75215
Job: Apprentice
Full-time
Minimum Salary: 19.74
Median Salary: 24.07
Job Posting: Sep 25, 2025
Description
• Assist licensed plumbers daily to complete plumbing task throughout the district.
• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints and related drawings; perform the appropriate installations and repair procedures to minimize structural weakness.
• Complete minor plumbing repairs including faucets, toilets, water sewer, etc., throughout the district.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and hours worked for work order completion on assigned work, projects, and other required records.
• Follow district safety guidelines, using good safety practices for operating hand and power tools and equipment as needed for job completion. Wear safety equipment as assigned, at all times.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and vehicle as assigned daily, informing supervisor of any known problems immediately and provide documentation during inspection and/or inventory of tools, equipement, vehicle as required.
• Communicate effectively with principals, department heads, district staff, and all other auxiliary services personnel in a professional manner in all phases necessary to locate, correct, repair, and complete each job or project.
• Employee will be required to respond to after hour/emergency callouts, be placed on an emergency call out rotation, and flex work hours to accommodate job completions.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or USA equivalency; vocational and other technical courses preferred.
• Two (2) years of plumbing experience.
• Must have a current valid apprentice card as required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities under general supervision.
• Must be able to pass the Asbestos physical and obtain certification within 90 days after the hire date.
• Must have valid Texas drivers license that meets the District driver standards to operate District vehicle.
• Must pass Dallas ISD random drug test.
• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's License and driving record that meets District standards.
Work Locations: Mechanical Electrical & Plumbing 3701 BOTHAM JEAN BOULEVARD BOX 75 Dallas 75215
Job: Apprentice
Full-time
Minimum Salary: 19.74
Median Salary: 24.07
Job Posting: Sep 25, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for plumbers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour in 2026 but plumbers under Davis-Bacon prevailing wage determinations must receive at least $28.75 per hour on federal contracts. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
How many years of apprenticeship are required to qualify as a licensed plumber in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, registered plumbing apprenticeships require exactly 4 years or 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of technical instruction completed by December 2026. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory for program entry.
What documents are needed to apply for a registered plumbing apprenticeship in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a valid driver's license, high school transcripts, and proof of age 18 or older by the application deadline of March 15, 2026. Background check clearance and drug screening results are also required before acceptance.
What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours and receive 10 paid federal holidays plus 12 days of annual leave after one year of service. Family and Medical Leave Act provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for eligible employees.
