Sheet Metal Worker at Christians Sheetmetal, HVAC, Inc.
at Christians Sheetmetal, HVAC, Inc. in Spencer, IA
About This Program
Christians Sheetmetal, HVAC, Inc. offers a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in Spencer, IA, providing a structured, paid training path for individuals interested in the sheet metal and HVAC trades. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is a practical entry point for those ready to learn a skilled trade while earning a wage.
The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work hands-on with experienced sheet metal workers, learning duct fabrication, HVAC system installation, roofing applications, and precision metalwork. Classroom and technical coursework cover blueprint reading, applied mathematics, welding, and safety regulations relevant to the trade.
Apprentices who complete the program graduate as journey-level Sheet Metal Workers with a comprehensive skill set valued across construction and mechanical contracting. This credential supports lasting career opportunities in northwest Iowa and the broader regional job market.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
640
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Sheet Metal Worker Career Outlook
National Median
$26.33/hr
~$54,766.4/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Sheet metal worker employment is expected to grow steadily, driven by HVAC system demand in new construction and energy-efficiency retrofits. The transition to high-efficiency systems and commercial building upgrades creates ongoing need for skilled fabricators and installers. Workers with welding and CAD skills have the strongest prospects.
What to Expect as a Sheet Metal Worker 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
640 hours of related technical instruction (~128 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.
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