Licensed Plumber
Apex Service Partners
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Job Description
Why Join Our Team
- We care for our employees' well-being and structure our company so that our front-line employees are rewarded appropriately for their hard work
- Uncapped Pay Potential
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Disability and Term Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k)
- On-going training & development and growth opportunities
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
What You Will Do
- Conduct thorough inspections to diagnose residential and small commercial plumbing and drain issues
- Execute effective troubleshooting techniques to identify root causes of plumbing issues
- Perform timely and accurate repairs to resolve plumbing and drain issues
- Provide comprehensive plumbing services for residential customers
- Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, equipment, and fixtures
- Ensure compliance with local plumbing codes and regulations
- Interact professionally and honestly with customers to help them understand pluming concerns and solutions
- Provide excellent customer service and ensure customer satisfaction
- Maintain detailed records of services, including documenting pictures of before and after services have been completed
- Educate customers on best practices for their plumbing systems
- Adhere to company safety protocols and procedures
- Attend appropriate safety training as required by the company
Who You Are
- 3 Years Plumbing experience preferred
- Plumbing license: Tradesman, Journeyman or Masters
- Familiarity with diagnosis and repair of residential plumbing issues
- Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, equipment, and fixtures
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Who We Are
We are a family-owned and operated company with a small business feel but large business size, growth, and stability. We have hard-working teams that are dedicated to the company's continued success and are rewarded well for their contributions. We prioritize our employees and welcome you to the family through on-going training and unmatched rewards, like full benefits, and a matching 401(k). With no salary cap, your effort determines your paycheck! Many of our technicians earn more than $100k/year! If we sound like a company you want a long-term career with, apply today! We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
- Service Plumbing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification
- State License: (Journeyman required, Master Plumber preferred)
Work Location
In person
Ability to Commute/Relocate
Houston, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
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.
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