Plumber/Pipefitter at Beach Town Plumbers LLC
at Beach Town Plumbers LLC in Navarre, FL
About This Program
Beach Town Plumbers LLC sponsors a registered plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship program based in Navarre, FL. This non-union program offers hands-on trade training for individuals seeking a career in residential and commercial plumbing. Apprentices are paid throughout the program, making it an accessible entry point into a skilled and in-demand trade.
The apprenticeship is a five-year, time-based program structured around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working under the guidance of experienced plumbers, apprentices learn to install, repair, and maintain water supply, drainage, and gas piping systems. Classroom instruction covers plumbing codes, safety practices, and technical fundamentals.
Upon completing the program, apprentices qualify as journeyman plumbers/pipefitters, prepared to take on a broad range of plumbing work in the Florida Panhandle and beyond. The credential earned through this apprenticeship supports a durable and well-compensated career in the skilled 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.
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 Florida
Plumber/Pipefitters in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.
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