{"id":5800,"date":"2021-09-09T18:33:40","date_gmt":"2021-09-09T18:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pvcworkshop.com\/?p=5800"},"modified":"2022-10-27T01:20:29","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T01:20:29","slug":"how-to-become-a-plumber-in-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pvcworkshop.com\/how-to-become-a-plumber-in-texas\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Plumber in Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There are several steps involved when it comes to becoming a plumber<\/a> in Texas. Overall, however, it can be a good opportunity for you to consider due to the high demand for plumbers and their services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are also several chances of growing and advancing in this career. In order to find out all the steps that you need to follow to become a plumber in Texas, you can go through the following sections that cover it all in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Requirements for Becoming a Plumber in Texas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You need to meet various requirements before you can become a plumber in Texas. These are not only educational or learning-based but also practical. You will need to start off at a beginner\u2019s level, after which you can advance to higher levels once you obtain an official license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To start off, you will need to apply and register to become an apprentice plumber. After this, you can start building your skills and experience in this field to become a tradesman, a journeyman, a master or a plumbing inspector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can take a more detailed look at each of these levels below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Apprentice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As an apprentice plumber<\/a>, you will be able to accompany professional or advanced plumbers on their jobs and assist them in small tasks that they may ask you to carry out under their supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside this kind of practical experience, you will also need to take several courses<\/a> that can teach you how to carry out different kinds of plumbing tasks, the materials you can use, the tools<\/a> involved and a lot more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At this stage, you can also become familiar with the codes and regulations of the state of Texas when it comes to plumbing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are generally several requirements that you will need to fulfill to become an apprentice. This apprenticeship generally tends to go on for up to five years. It is only after you finish this apprenticeship that you can apply for a license and move on to becoming a tradesman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Tradesman<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A tradesman is the next step when it comes to becoming a plumber. This is an intermediate level that gives you a Tradesman-Plumber Limited<\/a> license if you pass the relevant examination and meet the work hour requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a tradesman plumber, you will still need to continue working under a professional plumber with a relevant license. You can start carrying out jobs and tasks that include installing, repairing, cleaning and maintaining several kinds of fixtures<\/a> or pipework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also manage an apprentice as a tradesman plumber. You are, however, only limited to small sites or locations as a tradesman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Journeyman<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To become a journeyman plumber, you need to have completed the above two steps and roles as an apprentice and tradesman. You should also have a tradesman license along with 8,000 hours of work experience in the field of plumbing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will then need to give and pass an examination<\/a> to obtain the license of a journeyman plumber, after which you can obtain your certificate and card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you obtain these, you can start working as a journeyman plumber under the guidance and supervision of a master plumber. You can also work on larger sites in this case. In some kinds of tasks, you will also be able to work on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will be able to carry out all the relevant plumbing tasks such as installation, repairing, cleaning, construction and more, under this kind of supervision. Managing an apprentice can also be another task that you can carry out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you work as a journeyman for a few years, you can advance to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Master<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A master plumber is the next step after becoming a journeyman. You will need to have an official license as a journeyman to be able to take the examination<\/a> for becoming a master plumber and obtaining your license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, you will also need to have held the journeyman license for approximately four years. This will ensure that you have the relevant skills and experiences in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Becoming a master plumber will allow you to carry out plumbing tasks without any kind of supervision. You can also work on larger sites and supervise other junior plumbing positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might also have to carry out different kinds of planning and coordination tasks while also working with other officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Plumbing Inspector<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a plumbing inspector, you need to hold the relevant license and meet other eligibility criteria<\/a> to give an exam and obtain a license. This will allow you to carry out inspections and checks of plumbing work in different kinds of buildings to ensure that they meet all the standards and codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will generally be appointed to a given region or building by a political division.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Requirements for Obtaining a License in Texas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are different requirements involved in obtaining a license in Texas. Go through the following steps to get a general overview of the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n