Sheet Metal Worker at Columbia Sheet Metal
at Columbia Sheet Metal in North Windham, CT
About This Program
Columbia Sheet Metal sponsors a registered Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in North Windham, CT. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers paid training in the sheet metal trade for those looking to start a hands-on career in eastern Connecticut.
The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain practical experience in sheet metal fabrication, HVAC duct installation, and custom metal forming under the guidance of experienced tradespeople. Technical instruction includes coursework in blueprint reading, welding, applied math, and occupational health and safety.
Graduates achieve journey-level status as sheet metal workers prepared for work in commercial, industrial, and residential construction environments. The program offers a straightforward path into a skilled trade with no tuition debt — apprentices earn wages from the start and build expertise across five years of structured training.
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.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Sheet Metal Worker
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Connecticut
Sheet Metal Workers in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Trades Division.
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