Master Plumber

Master Plumber


Company
Treacy Brothers General Contractors
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Benefits/Perks
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Plumber to join our team! In this role, you will perform diagnostics, service, and installation of plumbing in residential and light commercial environments.

You are a licensed Plumber with a commitment to quality in all the work you do. A team player who is comfortable working independently, you love the feeling of a job well done and take pride in completing customer jobs with efficiency. A positive attitude is a must!

Responsibilities
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering, brazing, or welding equipment
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand or power tools
• Plan the layout of plumbing, using drawings
• Perform maintenance of water supply systems
• Install and maintain gas and liquid heating systems
• Professionally interact with customers and clearly communicate work orders and statuses

Qualifications
• Operate a machine
• Able to do underground work
• Qualified to layout plumbing systems
• Skilled in copper and cast plumbing
• Valid Plumbing License
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment

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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