Plumber - DFW Airport (Non-Terminal)

Plumber - DFW Airport (Non-Terminal)

Dallas, United States

Company
Oshkosh Corporation
Location
DFW Airport, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Careers At Oshkosh Corporation

Job Description
About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.

Join Oshkosh Aerotech as a Plumber, where you’ll perform diagnostic, repair, and maintenance tasks on plumbing and mechanical systems within airport facilities. You'll handle preventive and emergency plumbing maintenance, swiftly address drain clogs, and safely operate company vehicles and equipment. This role is ideal for licensed plumbers who excel in dynamic, safety-focused environments and enjoy collaborating within diverse teams.

OUR BENEFITS 

Joining Oshkosh Aerotech means becoming a valued member of a dynamic team with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K, and more! 

YOUR IMPACT 

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing systems and components.
• Perform preventive, predictive, emergency, and scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Inspect, monitor, and maintain mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Clear drain clogs and resolve plumbing issues promptly.
• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment (golf carts, etc.).
• Adhere to company safety protocols and collaborate effectively in a diverse team environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• State of Texas' Plumber License.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance. 
• Availability to work day or night shift including weekends and holidays. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 
• Experience in airport operations.
• 3+ years of related experience in general plumbing
• Basic proficiency with computers and common software applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

While performing the duties of a Plumber, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and work in small spaces. Ladder work required. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp around aircrafts and the confined areas of baggage conveyor systems. Specific vision abilities required by this job include good close proximity vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Good hand / eye coordination is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment is similar to airport operation with vehicular traffic. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees will work on an airport ramp around aircrafts and around heavy equipment.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is projected at $67,100 in 2026, up from $61,550 in May 2023 due to 2.3% annual wage growth. The hourly median rate is $32.26, with the lowest 10% earning $41,500 and the highest 10% earning $106,900. Entry-level positions start at $46,000 annually.
Q What H-2B visa requirements apply for foreign plumbers seeking work in the US in 2026?
As per the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, H-2B visas for temporary plumber jobs have a FY2026 cap of 68,333, split evenly between October-March and April-September halves. Employers must file Form I-129 with Labor Condition Application proving no qualified US workers, costing $460 filing fee. Visas are valid up to 9 months, extendable to 3 years maximum.
Q What education and experience are required for plumber apprenticeships in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, plumber apprenticeships require a high school diploma or GED and being at least 18 years old, with no prior experience needed for entry-level. Programs last 4 years, including 8,000 hours of on-the-job training at $18-$25/hour starting wage and 576 hours of classroom instruction. Completion grants journeyman status.
Q What documents are needed to apply for plumber jobs or apprenticeships in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, required documents include a high school diploma or GED, Social Security card, valid driver's license, birth certificate proving age 18+, and proof of legal work authorization. Apprenticeship applications also need a resume listing any shop or math courses and may require a drug test result. Submit via Apprenticeship.gov sponsor search.
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