Lead / Junior Plumber

Lead / Junior Plumber

Philadelphia, United States

Company
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Philadelphia, PA
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
15–25 an hour
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Plumbing Careers at Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®

Do you value professionalism and punctuality? Do you want to work with the best professionals in the plumbing industry? Then you could be a candidate for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing! If you are an individual who values a rewarding career and would like your customers to be genuinely satisfied, you may be a match for our team.

JOB SUMMARY

A lead or junior plumber serves the clients of the company by expertly servicing, repairing, and replacing plumbing systems.

JOB DUTIES
• Utilizes Straight Forward Pricing (including all company approved forms) correctly on each call
• Wears floor savers while in the client’s home and maintains a neat work area while performing a repair or scheduled service
• Tests each aspect of the job before leaving a home to make sure everything is working properly. Ensures the job was indeed completed correctly and eliminates unnecessary callbacks after the job is finished
• Explains each service performed to the client each time a maintenance or repair is completed. Ensures clients are 100% satisfied with all work
• Conveys a safety-conscious attitude, both on the job and while driving
• Maintains cleanliness inside and outside of vehicles at all times

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Must posses a valid drivers license
• Must have a vehicle to get to and from work/job site
• Junior Plumbers are considered training/apprentice level and typically do not operate their own truck

PAY
• Up to 20% commission
• Up to $2,000 a week

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. The franchisee sets their own compensation and benefits. All inquiries about employment, benefits, scheduling and compensation at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Corporate.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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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