Sheet Metal Worker at Condino Sheet Metal Inc.
at Condino Sheet Metal Inc. in Pennsauken, NJ
About This Program
Condino Sheet Metal Inc. sponsors a five-year registered apprenticeship program in Pennsauken, New Jersey. This employer-sponsored program provides direct, paid training within an active sheet metal operation, giving apprentices real-world experience from the start.
The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn sheet metal fabrication techniques, HVAC duct installation, roofing and architectural metal systems, welding, and layout work. Technical coursework covers blueprint reading, applied math, material handling, and job-site safety standards.
Upon completing the program, apprentices earn journeyman sheet metal worker status, ready to work independently on commercial, industrial, and residential projects throughout New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia region. Training directly with Condino Sheet Metal Inc. provides apprentices with mentorship from experienced craftspeople and a practical foundation for a lasting trade career.
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.
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