0000001043.LEAD PLUMBER (QA/QC) TEAM.FACILITIES

0000001043.LEAD PLUMBER (QA/QC) TEAM.FACILITIES


Company
Dallas County
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
Via
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Job Description
About the position

Acts as a lead to plumbers and other personnel, providing training, technical
expertise and assistance in performing journey-level maintenance, installation
and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures; addresses health/safety concerns; and ensures that all work adheres to code and compliance standards. Assumes duties as supervisor as needed.

Responsibilities
• Providing training to plumbers and other personnel
• Providing technical expertise
• Assisting in performing journey-level maintenance
• Assisting in performing installation and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures
• Addressing health/safety concerns
• Ensuring that all work adheres to code and compliance standards
• Assuming duties as supervisor as needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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