Journeyman Plumber – Commercial New Construction
Company
TDIndustries
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Job Summary :
We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to support commercial new construction projects. This role is responsible for installing, assembling, testing, and maintaining plumbing systems in accordance with project plans, local codes, and safety standards. The ideal candidate has strong blueprint-reading skills, experience working in active construction environments, and the ability to work independently or as part of a crew.
Company Overview:
Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full-lifecycle building solutions—from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.
Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee-owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For," we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.
Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last.
At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built — and shared — by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity — never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.
Essential Duties:
• Install commercial plumbing systems including water, waste, vent, and storm drainage
• Measure, cut, assemble, and install piping systems (cast iron, copper, steel, PVC, CPVC, PEX)
• Install fixtures, valves, backflow devices, pumps, and related components
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and isometric drawings
• Layout piping routes and supports per plans and site conditions
• Perform pressure testing, leak detection, and system inspections
• Ensure all work complies with local plumbing codes and project specifications
• Coordinate work with foremen, superintendents, and other trades
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Mentor apprentices and helpers as needed
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards
Minimum Requirements:
• Journeyman Plumber license or certification (state or local)
• 4+ years of commercial plumbing experience
• Proven experience on new construction commercial projects
• Ability to read blueprints and perform accurate layouts
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes and best practices
• Physical ability to perform job duties (lifting, bending, working at heights or in confined spaces)
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with large-scale commercial projects (healthcare, office, data centers, schools, industrial facilities)
• Knowledge of medical gas systems or specialty piping
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience leading small crews or mentoring apprentices
We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to support commercial new construction projects. This role is responsible for installing, assembling, testing, and maintaining plumbing systems in accordance with project plans, local codes, and safety standards. The ideal candidate has strong blueprint-reading skills, experience working in active construction environments, and the ability to work independently or as part of a crew.
Company Overview:
Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full-lifecycle building solutions—from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest.
Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee-owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For," we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership.
Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last.
At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built — and shared — by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity — never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.
Essential Duties:
• Install commercial plumbing systems including water, waste, vent, and storm drainage
• Measure, cut, assemble, and install piping systems (cast iron, copper, steel, PVC, CPVC, PEX)
• Install fixtures, valves, backflow devices, pumps, and related components
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and isometric drawings
• Layout piping routes and supports per plans and site conditions
• Perform pressure testing, leak detection, and system inspections
• Ensure all work complies with local plumbing codes and project specifications
• Coordinate work with foremen, superintendents, and other trades
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Mentor apprentices and helpers as needed
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards
Minimum Requirements:
• Journeyman Plumber license or certification (state or local)
• 4+ years of commercial plumbing experience
• Proven experience on new construction commercial projects
• Ability to read blueprints and perform accurate layouts
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes and best practices
• Physical ability to perform job duties (lifting, bending, working at heights or in confined spaces)
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with large-scale commercial projects (healthcare, office, data centers, schools, industrial facilities)
• Knowledge of medical gas systems or specialty piping
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience leading small crews or mentoring apprentices
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.
