Plumber/Pipefitter at AJ The Plumber, LLC
at AJ The Plumber, LLC in Gary, IN
About This Program
AJ The Plumber, LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program located in Gary, IN. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers aspiring tradespeople in northwest Indiana a paid, structured path to becoming a journey-level plumber.
The five-year program requires apprentices to complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Under the guidance of experienced plumbers, apprentices develop practical skills in pipe installation, drain and sewer systems, fixture installation, water heater service, and gas line work. Classroom instruction supplements field experience with training in plumbing codes, safety regulations, blueprint reading, and trade mathematics.
Graduates of this program leave with the skills and experience needed to work independently as journey-level plumbers. Based in Gary, IN, AJ The Plumber, LLC provides apprentices with exposure to a range of residential and commercial plumbing projects, building a versatile foundation for a productive career in the trades.
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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