After-Hours & Weekend Plumbing Installer
Britton Waterworks Plumbing
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Job Description
After-Hours & Weekend Plumbing Installer Advanced Apprentice, Tradesman, or Journeyman Plumber
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Apprentice, Tradesman, or Journeyman Plumber to perform scheduled residential plumbing installations during after-hours and weekend shifts only. This is an installation-only position with no sales responsibilities. It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced plumbing professional looking to earn additional income outside of a traditional Monday–Friday schedule.
Primary Responsibilities
- Complete scheduled residential plumbing installations
- Install water heaters, toilets, faucets, garbage disposals, water softeners, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment
- Review work orders and installation details before arriving at each job
- Ensure all installations meet manufacturer specifications, local plumbing codes, and company quality standards
- Test all installed equipment to verify proper operation
- Complete detailed electronic job notes and upload before-and-after photos
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Protect customers' homes and leave each job site clean upon completion
- Communicate professionally with customers and office staff throughout each project
No Sales Responsibilities
This position is focused strictly on completing installations. You will not be responsible for:
- Selling products or services
- Upselling customers
- Meeting sales quotas
- Preparing estimates or pricing jobs
- Closing sales
All work will be scheduled and approved by our office prior to your arrival.
Qualifications
- Advanced Apprentice, Texas Tradesman Plumber-Limited License, or Texas Journeyman Plumber License
- Residential plumbing installation experience required
- Ability to complete installations independently while maintaining high-quality workmanship
- Strong understanding of plumbing systems, installation methods, and local plumbing codes
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills during installations
- Professional communication and customer service skills
- Comfortable using smartphones or tablets for dispatching, job notes, and photos
- Valid Texas driver's license with a clean driving record
- Valid Texas State Issued Plumbing License or Apprentice Registration
- Apprentice Level - MUST be able to show proof of hour on Employer Certification Forms; no exceptions
- Ability to lift plumbing materials and equipment and perform physical work safely
Schedule
- After-hours weekday availability
- Weekend availability
- Scheduled installation projects only
- Flexible part-time schedule based on workload
Compensation
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Opportunity to earn supplemental income with a growing company
Why Join Britton WaterWorks Plumbing?
At Britton WaterWorks Plumbing, we value quality workmanship, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. If you're looking for a flexible position that allows you to focus on what you do best—installing plumbing systems without the pressure of sales—we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that takes pride in delivering quality plumbing installations throughout the Greater Houston area.
What Most Plumbers Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Plumbing is a licensed trade in Texas. You start as a registered apprentice, log paid on-the-job hours, and work under a licensed plumber before you can sit for the tradesman or journeyman exam. Many job posts list a title like plumber but expect a specific license tier, so read the fine print. Pay is usually hourly for apprentices and shifts toward flat-rate or commission on the service side, where a share of each ticket rewards speed and upselling.
New hires are often surprised by the truck and on-call reality. Service plumbers frequently drive a stocked company van, run a rotating after-hours or weekend shift, and handle emergency calls for burst lines and backups. New-construction and commercial work runs steadier daytime hours but leans on rough-in speed and blueprint reading. Houston humidity, slab foundations, and older cast-iron systems mean steady demand year round, with spikes after freezes and heavy storms.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A service day starts with a dispatch list and a stocked truck. You confirm parts, plan a route, and roll to the first call. Typical work includes clearing drains, swapping water heaters, fixing leaks under slabs, repairing fixtures, and running camera inspections on sewer lines. You diagnose the problem, quote the repair, and get sign-off before turning a wrench.
Customer interaction is a big part of the role. You explain options in plain language, protect floors and finishes, and leave the work area clean. Paperwork follows every job. You log parts, take photos, and close out the ticket in the field. New-construction plumbers spend more of the day on rough-in, setting drain and vent lines to code, then return for the finish stage to set fixtures. Either path involves lifting, crawling into tight spaces, and coordinating with inspectors so the job passes the first time.
What Plumbers Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $29.47/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Plumber in Texas
Plumbing is licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. You register as an apprentice, then work under a licensed plumber while you log paid hours. After enough hours you can test for tradesman or journeyman, and with more experience you sit for the master plumber exam. Backflow and medical gas are separate endorsements that add earning power. Each step requires documented hours and a passing exam, so keeping careful records of your time matters. Texas recognizes experience from some other states, but you still test here to hold a Texas license.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Registered Apprentice $49,254/yr
Learn on the job under a licensed plumber and log paid hours.
- 2 Tradesman / Journeyman Plumber $61,298/yr
Pass the exam and work with less supervision on service and installs.
- 3 Master Plumber $75,691/yr
Top license tier. Pull permits, design systems, and supervise crews.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $75,691/yr
Bid jobs and run crews on larger residential and commercial work.
- 5 Shop Owner $85,675/yr
Hold the responsible master license and run your own plumbing company.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
About This Employer
Britton Waterworks Plumbing LLC is listed in the Houston Home Services Guide directory of plumbers in Stafford. It holds a 4.7-star rating from 471 reviews.
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