Sheet Metal Worker at DC Sheetmetal, LLC
at DC Sheetmetal, LLC in Yantic, CT
About This Program
DC Sheetmetal, LLC offers a registered Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in Yantic, CT. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is a paid training pathway into the sheet metal trade for individuals in the Norwich area of southeastern Connecticut.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop practical skills in sheet metal fabrication, duct systems, HVAC installation, and custom metalwork under the guidance of experienced professionals. Technical coursework covers blueprint reading, layout mathematics, welding techniques, and applicable safety standards.
Upon graduating, apprentices earn journey-level status as sheet metal workers, qualifying them for a broad range of construction and manufacturing roles. This apprenticeship provides a clear, structured career path that allows participants to earn a paycheck while building skills that will serve them throughout a long and stable career in the trade.
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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