Apprentice Plumber

Commercial Plumbing Jobs in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Good commercial plumbers are hard to find. If you have experience in keeping a plumbing system moving through every phase of a build, Skinner wants to connect you with the contractors who need you.

We work with commercial construction firms and subcontractors across Dallas-Fort Worth. Apply once, and we can have you placed within a few days.

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1-3 day placement | Competitive pay | Benefits & perks | Flexibility & support

What Does a Commercial Plumber Do?

Commercial plumbers in new construction install and test the plumbing systems for data centers, office complexes, manufacturing warehouses, etc. They make sure water supply, drainage, venting, and fixture systems are installed correctly before any walls or slabs are closed.

Expect a mix of indoor and outdoor work, including time in tight spaces, around heavy materials, and loud equipment. The best plumbers stay sharp under pressure and are proud of the fact that their work literally keeps things running.

Common Duties & Responsibilities

• Read and interpret plumbing plans, blueprints, and construction drawings
• Install underground water, waste, and drain lines, plus above-ground rough-in piping
• Set, connect, and test fixtures, valves, fittings, and related equipment
• Coordinate with other trades to avoid conflicts in framing, slab, and wall and ceiling layouts
• Verify code compliance, including local plumbing rules and inspection requirements
• Pressure-test, leak-test, and troubleshoot systems before turnover
• Install commercial-grade equipment and specialty systems as required by the project
• Keep work areas organized and safe while maintaining productivity around active jobsite phases
• Follow job site safety procedures and company standards

What We're Looking For

Turning Blueprints into Working Pipes

Keeping All Systems Up to Code

Coordinating with Other Tradespeople

You can read plumbing layouts, isometric drawings, and construction documents and translate them into accurate installation work.

You know local plumbing codes, understand what inspectors look for, and don't cut corners when it comes to compliance.

You communicate well with GCs, engineers, and other trades, and you know how to avoid conflicts before they become problems.

We work with commercial plumbers across a range of experience levels. Here's what most of our clients are looking for (Skinner can help with some of these prerequisites):

• Experience with commercial new construction plumbing, including underground rough-in and top-out work
• Knowledge of PVC, cast iron, copper, and PEX piping systems
• Ability to read blueprints and plumbing layouts
• Familiarity with installation of fixtures, valves, and water heaters
• Knowledge of plumbing codes and job site safety practices
• Experience using pipe cutters, press tools, threaders, torches, and other trade-standard equipment
• Plumbing license required or strongly preferred depending on role level and state requirements
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is required or strongly preferred for most assignments
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work well with other trades on active job sites

Why Work with Skinner?
We Move Fast

When you apply with Skinner, you're not waiting weeks to hear back. Most of our candidates are placed within 1-3 days, and that's because we've spent years building real relationships with commercial contractors and subcontractors across DFW, Austin, and San Antonio.

We Put Safety First

Skinner takes job site safety seriously and provides PPE to workers we place. We'll help you meet site-specific training requirements and support you in getting any certifications that your assignment calls for, including OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.

We Offer More Than Just a Paycheck

Skinner pays competitively. Check out our recent wage guide to see what workers in your trade are earning. Beyond pay, we cover health, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and workers' comp, not to mention other perks that accrue the longer you stay with us.

We're Here for You

Life doesn't stop when work gets busy, and Skinner doesn't disappear after you get placed. We stay in your corner because taking care of our people is how we operate. That's the Skinner way.

Ready to Work?

Fill out one application and we'll take it from there.

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FAQs on Commercial Plumber Jobs
What should you bring to a commercial construction job site?

At a minimum, you should arrive with your personal hand tools, appropriate PPE, and any required certifications such as OSHA 10 or OSHA 30. Skinner provides PPE to workers we place and will help you meet any site-specific requirements before your first day.

How quickly can Skinner place me in a commercial plumber position?

Most candidates Skinner works with are placed within 1-3 days. That turnaround is possible because we have long-standing relationships with commercial contractors and subcontractors across Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio.

What is underground rough-in plumbing?

Underground rough-in refers to the installation of drain, waste, and water supply piping below the building slab before concrete is poured. This phase of a commercial plumbing project requires careful layout and accurate placement because the work is largely inaccessible once the slab is in place. Commercial plumbers handling rough-in need to read plans precisely and coordinate with the concrete and structural crews to stay on schedule.

What is top-out plumbing?

Top-out plumbing covers the overhead piping and vent stack installation that takes place after the slab is poured and the building is being framed, but before walls and ceilings are finished. This phase includes running supply and drain lines through framing, installing vents through the roof, and preparing the system for fixture connections later in the project. It is one of the most coordination-heavy phases of a commercial plumbing project because multiple trades are working in the same spaces at the same time.

What types of pipe do commercial plumbers work with?

Commercial plumbers in new construction commonly work with PVC, cast iron, copper, PEX, and steel piping, depending on the application and project specifications. PVC and cast iron are typical for drain, waste, and vent systems. Copper and PEX are common for water supply lines. Steel is used in certain higher-pressure or specialty applications.

Do commercial plumbers need blueprint-reading skills?

Yes. Blueprint reading is a core skill for commercial plumbing work, particularly in new construction. Accurate installation depends on the ability to read those documents correctly and catch potential conflicts with other trades before they become problems in the field.

What tools do commercial plumbers use?

Commercial plumbers in new construction use a combination of hand tools and power tools depending on the phase of work. Common tools include pipe cutters, threading machines, press tools, torches for soldering, wrenches, levels, tape measures, and various power tools. Depending on the project, they may also use drain equipment, lift equipment, and specialty tools for commercial-grade fixtures and systems.

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