Plumber Apprentice (260 days)
Dallas, United StatesCompany
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States
What is the median annual salary for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $64,740 as of May 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $40,520 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $101,190. Full-time plumbers work about 2,080 hours per year at a median hourly rate of $31.13.
What visa is required for foreign workers to take plumber jobs in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, international workers need an H-2B visa for temporary plumber positions, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 68,500 visas including supplemental allocations. Employers must file Form I-129 and obtain temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor proving no US workers available. Processing time is 2-4 months with fees of $460 base plus $500 fraud fee.
What education and experience are required to qualify as a plumber in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, plumbers need a high school diploma or GED and a 4-year registered apprenticeship with 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of classroom instruction. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 16. Completion grants journeyman status.
What documents are needed to apply for plumber apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship, required documents include high school diploma or GED transcript, proof of age 16+, government-issued ID, and a doctor's note confirming physical fitness for the work. Applications go through state apprenticeship agencies with no application fee. Interviews and aptitude tests follow submission.
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