Journeyman Plumber

Texas Biomed is searching for Journeyman Plumber to join our Facilities team who prefers a more favorable work/life balance, predominantly day shift only, the opportunity for a 4/10 workweek, a more consistent daily work schedule, and report to the same work site everyday. The successful candidate will plan and perform installation, preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on plumbing systems. This position will maintain, inspect and certify backflow preventers per the state requirements and assist with boiler repairs as needed.

The Role:

• Maintain and repair all plumbing components in an industrial environment.
• Read blueprints and perform pipefitting per drawings and instructions.
• Repair and replace steam to hot water exchangers for very large heated washers.
• Repair and replace pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes.
• Remove, repair/arrange for repair, and replace domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, sewage pumps, lift station pumps, etc.
• Troubleshoot and repair piping and valves to autoclaves, boilers, cage washer systems and other equipment as needed.

Who We Are:

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease!


Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

What We Can Offer You:

• Enjoy an employee-centered culture grounded in open communication, empowerment, and trust. We believe in working hard and having fun, offering 100+ culture events each year to bring our team together and keep the energy strong!
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family-including pet insurance options.
• Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (from the last week of December through New Year's).
• Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness, helping you take the time you need when life happens.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to encourage giving back to the community.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your growing family.
• Flexible work arrangements that support a strong work-life balance.
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs designed to make care more accessible and affordable.
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs to help you stay active and healthy.
• Relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to support your growth.
• Proud recipient of the 2025 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition from the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH)-the highest honor for employee-focused wellness initiatives.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity! Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.