Sheet Metal Worker at Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal
at Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal in Indianapolis, IN
About This Program
Horning Roofing & Sheet Metal offers a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in Indianapolis, IN. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides a hands-on, paid training path for individuals interested in roofing, sheet metal fabrication, and related construction trades, with practical experience starting from the first day of work.
The five-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced tradespeople on sheet metal fabrication, roofing systems, HVAC components, and architectural metalwork. Technical instruction covers blueprint reading, material selection, welding, and safety practices, ensuring apprentices build both practical and theoretical competency throughout the program.
Upon completing all program requirements, graduates earn journey-level status as Sheet Metal Workers. With thousands of hours of real-world roofing and sheet metal experience, they are well-prepared for employment in Indianapolis's active construction and contracting market.
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.
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