Licensed Plumbers
Company
Plumbing
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
60K–90K a year
Via
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Job Description
Looking for motivated licensed plumbers and licensed apprentices for full time commercial work. Must have commercial experience along with dedication to the profession. Reliable transportation and hand tools required along with the ability to work a minimum of 40 hours a week. We offer competitive pay based on experience and plumbing license. Prefer immediate availability but willing to work with the right candidates on that. We are a family owned business for 70 years with work all over the Chicagoland area. Please send resume for immediate consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
• commercial plumbing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
• Plumber's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
• commercial plumbing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)
• Plumber's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
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.
