Plumber/Pipefitter at 317 Plumber
at 317 Plumber in Zionsville, IN
About This Program
317 Plumber sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program located in Zionsville, IN. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers a paid apprenticeship pathway for individuals in the north Indianapolis suburbs who want to build a career in the plumbing trade from the ground up.
The program is five years in duration and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain real-world experience on residential and commercial plumbing jobs, learning to install and service water and drain systems, fixtures, water heaters, and gas lines. Technical instruction covers plumbing codes and regulations, safety procedures, trade mathematics, and blueprint reading.
Upon completing the apprenticeship, graduates are qualified to work as journey-level plumbers in the Zionsville and broader Indianapolis metro area. 317 Plumber's apprenticeship offers a local, employer-connected path to the trades, allowing apprentices to earn income and build practical skills simultaneously in a growing suburban market.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Plumber Career Outlook
National Median
$30.46/hr
~$63,356.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Plumber employment is projected to grow steadily, driven by new construction, building renovation, and the need to replace aging water infrastructure. Water efficiency regulations and green building standards are creating additional demand for skilled plumbers. The trade consistently ranks among the hardest positions for employers to fill, indicating strong job security.
What to Expect as a Plumber/Pipefitter Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Plumber
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Indiana
Plumber/Pipefitters in Indiana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, Plumbing Commission.
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