Plumber/Pipefitter at Great Plumbers
at Great Plumbers in Blackwood, NJ
About This Program
Great Plumbers sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship located in Blackwood, NJ. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides direct entry into the plumbing trade through structured, paid on-the-job training. Apprentices earn a wage throughout the program while gaining the skills needed for a long-term career in the field.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of hands-on training in the field combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on real plumbing jobs, learning how to install and repair water supply lines, drainage systems, fixtures, and gas piping. Classroom instruction covers plumbing codes, safety, trade mathematics, and the principles behind plumbing system design.
Graduates of the program are prepared to perform journey-level plumbing work across residential and commercial settings. The registered apprenticeship format is recognized by New Jersey licensing authorities, supporting apprentices on the path toward full plumber licensure and advancement in the trade.
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.
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 New Jersey
Plumber/Pipefitters in New Jersey are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers.
View full New Jerseylicensing requirements →Reviews
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