Plumber/Pipefitter at Grateful Plumber LLC
at Grateful Plumber LLC in Indianapolis, IN
About This Program
Grateful Plumber LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program based in Indianapolis, IN. This employer-sponsored, non-union program gives entry-level workers a paid, hands-on training experience within a working plumbing company serving the Indianapolis metro area.
The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work in the field alongside licensed plumbers, developing skills in water service installation, interior plumbing systems, drain-waste-vent configuration, fixture and appliance hookups, and gas line work. Classroom instruction provides the code knowledge, safety training, and technical foundation that supports high-quality, professional plumbing work.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level plumbers ready for independent work in residential and light commercial settings. Grateful Plumber LLC offers a supportive, employer-integrated training experience for individuals who want to build a trade career while contributing to real customer projects from day one in Indianapolis.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Plumber Career Outlook
National Median
$30.46/hr
~$63,356.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Plumber employment is projected to grow steadily, driven by new construction, building renovation, and the need to replace aging water infrastructure. Water efficiency regulations and green building standards are creating additional demand for skilled plumbers. The trade consistently ranks among the hardest positions for employers to fill, indicating strong job security.
What to Expect as a Plumber/Pipefitter 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
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 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 Plumber
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Indiana
Plumber/Pipefitters in Indiana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, Plumbing Commission.
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