Plumber/Pipefitter at Cincinnati Master Plumbers
at Cincinnati Master Plumbers in Cincinnati, OH
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.
About This Program
Cincinnati Master Plumbers sponsors a registered Plumber/Pipefitter Apprenticeship program in Cincinnati, OH. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers structured, paid training for individuals looking to enter the plumbing trade in the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Apprentices earn wages throughout the five-year program, gaining practical experience alongside seasoned plumbing professionals while working toward journeyman-level credentials.
The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on residential and commercial plumbing projects throughout the Cincinnati region, developing skills in pipe installation, fixture connections, drainage systems, water supply lines, and gas piping. Classroom instruction covers Ohio plumbing codes and regulations, safety practices, blueprint interpretation, pipe layout, and the trade mathematics required for accurate system installation and design.
Upon completing the program, graduates are prepared to pursue journeyman plumber licensure in Ohio. A journeyman plumber license opens opportunities for higher wages and greater professional independence, and the practical training provided through Cincinnati Master Plumbers equips graduates with the hands-on skills that Cincinnati area employers expect from journeyman-level candidates.
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 Ohio
Plumber/Pipefitters in Ohio are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board.
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