Sheet Metal Worker at Custom Sheet Metal, LLC
at Custom Sheet Metal, LLC in Bethany, CT
About This Program
Custom Sheet Metal, LLC sponsors a registered Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in Bethany, CT. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is designed for individuals who want to learn the sheet metal trade through structured, paid, hands-on training in southern Connecticut.
The program spans five years, incorporating 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside skilled professionals learning to fabricate and install custom sheet metal products, HVAC ductwork, and ventilation systems. Classroom instruction covers technical drawing interpretation, measurement and layout, welding, and safety compliance.
Graduates earn recognition as journey-level sheet metal workers and are prepared for employment across a variety of commercial and residential construction settings. This apprenticeship allows participants to build real-world experience and a professional skill set while earning a paycheck throughout their 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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