Sheet Metal Worker at Construction Industry Training Council of Washington - Sheet Metal Worker
at Construction Industry Training Council of Washington - Sheet Metal Worker in Bellevue, WA
About This Program
The Construction Industry Training Council of Washington sponsors this registered sheet metal worker apprenticeship in Bellevue, WA. This non-union program is administered by one of Washington State's leading construction training organizations, providing a structured pathway into the sheet metal trade.
The apprenticeship runs for five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to fabricate, install, and maintain sheet metal systems including HVAC ductwork, industrial ventilation, and architectural metalwork on commercial and industrial jobsites. Technical coursework addresses blueprint reading, applied math, welding, and safety regulations. Apprentices are paid throughout their training.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level sheet metal workers, ready for employment across Washington State's busy construction industry. The CITC's established industry relationships give graduates strong connections to employers throughout the greater Bellevue and Seattle region.
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 Washington
Sheet Metal Workers in Washington are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
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