Plumber/Pipefitter at Best Value Plumber & Rooter
at Best Value Plumber & Rooter in Great Falls, MT
About This Program
Best Value Plumber & Rooter sponsors a plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship program in Great Falls, MT. This non-union, employer-sponsored apprenticeship provides hands-on training for individuals looking to build a career in residential and commercial plumbing in north-central Montana.
The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with Best Value Plumber & Rooter's experienced plumbing professionals, learning pipe installation, drain and sewer system service, water line repair, fixture setting, and code-compliant plumbing construction and repair. Technical instruction covers plumbing fundamentals, safety practices, applicable codes, and trade mathematics.
Graduates complete the program with journeyman-level plumbing skills and a practical background rooted in real customer service and field problem-solving. Apprentices are paid throughout training, making this program an accessible entry point for those in the Great Falls area who want to earn a living while developing a valuable and in-demand trade skill set.
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 Montana
Plumber/Pipefitters in Montana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Montana Board of Plumbers.
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