Company
Aerotek
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Full-time
Salary
41K–84K a year
Posted
3 days ago
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Job description
Hiring for Plumbers
Job Description
Diagnose and repair residential plumbing systems. Install water heaters, fixtures, and piping systems. Rod out clogged drains and plumbing systems. Consult with customers on what the best options are for diagnosing or repairing. Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanor. Ensure compliance with local codes and safety standards. Complete work orders accurately and on time.
Responsibilities
• Diagnose and repair plumbing systems for residential customers.
• Install water heaters, fixtures, and piping systems.
• Rod out clogged drains and plumbing systems.
• Consult with customers on the best options for diagnosis or repair.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ensure compliance with local codes and safety standards.
• Complete work orders accurately and on time.
Essential Skills
• Construction and Plumbing experience.
• Possession of an apprentice card or a journeyman license.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in working with PVC, copper, cast iron, and piping installations.
• Soldering skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with water heater installation and repair.
• Familiarity with advanced plumbing systems, including tankless water heaters and filtration systems.
• Basic plumbing knowledge for integrated home systems.
• Comfort using mobile work order and scheduling apps.
Why Work Here?
This position offers direct hire into the company, providing health benefits, a company vehicle, opportunities to make commissions, a 401k plan, and paid time off.
Work Environment
Will be working in and around residential homes all over the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $41000.00 - $84000.00/yr.
Direct hire
Company Vehicle
401k
Comprehensive benefits package
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job Description
Diagnose and repair residential plumbing systems. Install water heaters, fixtures, and piping systems. Rod out clogged drains and plumbing systems. Consult with customers on what the best options are for diagnosing or repairing. Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanor. Ensure compliance with local codes and safety standards. Complete work orders accurately and on time.
Responsibilities
• Diagnose and repair plumbing systems for residential customers.
• Install water heaters, fixtures, and piping systems.
• Rod out clogged drains and plumbing systems.
• Consult with customers on the best options for diagnosis or repair.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ensure compliance with local codes and safety standards.
• Complete work orders accurately and on time.
Essential Skills
• Construction and Plumbing experience.
• Possession of an apprentice card or a journeyman license.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in working with PVC, copper, cast iron, and piping installations.
• Soldering skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with water heater installation and repair.
• Familiarity with advanced plumbing systems, including tankless water heaters and filtration systems.
• Basic plumbing knowledge for integrated home systems.
• Comfort using mobile work order and scheduling apps.
Why Work Here?
This position offers direct hire into the company, providing health benefits, a company vehicle, opportunities to make commissions, a 401k plan, and paid time off.
Work Environment
Will be working in and around residential homes all over the Chicagoland area and surrounding suburbs.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $41000.00 - $84000.00/yr.
Direct hire
Company Vehicle
401k
Comprehensive benefits package
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States
Q
What is the median salary range for plumber jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters at $61,550 ($29.59 per hour) as of May 2023 data guiding 2026 employment. The lowest 10 percent earned $39,020 annually, while the highest 10 percent earned $99,410. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate for hours over 40 per week boosts total earnings by $10,000-$20,000 yearly for many.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What visa is required for foreign workers seeking plumber jobs in the United States?
USCIS requires an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural plumber jobs when U.S. workers are unavailable, with employers obtaining DOL temporary labor certification first. The FY2026 H-2B cap is 66,000 visas (33,000 per half-year), plus up to 64,716 supplemental for returning workers. Prevailing wage minimum is $30.50 per hour nationally for Level II plumbers.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Q
What education and experience are needed to qualify as a plumber in the United States?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required to enter a plumber apprenticeship program registered with DOL. Programs last 4 years, including 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of classroom instruction. No prior experience is needed for entry-level positions.
Source: Office of Apprenticeship, U.S. Department of Labor
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What is the application process and required documents for plumber apprenticeships in the United States?
Apply through DOL-registered sponsors listed on apprenticeship.gov by submitting a high school diploma or GED, government-issued ID, Social Security number, and proof of age 18 or older. The process includes an aptitude test, math assessment, and interview within 30 days of application. Selected apprentices start at 40-50% of journeyman wage, increasing annually.
Source: Office of Apprenticeship, U.S. Department of Labor