Plumber/Pipefitter at Joe The Plumber LLC
at Joe The Plumber LLC in Oxford, NJ
About This Program
Joe The Plumber LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship in Oxford, NJ. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers a straightforward entry point into the plumbing trade, with apprentices earning pay from their first day on the job. No prior experience is required to start, and the program is structured to build skills progressively over five years.
The apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction spread across the five-year duration. Apprentices learn pipe fitting and installation, water supply and waste systems, fixture and appliance connections, and job site safety. Technical coursework addresses plumbing theory, local codes, and the practical knowledge needed to pass licensing exams.
Upon completion, graduates are equipped to work as journey-level plumbers in New Jersey. The plumbing trade offers consistent demand, and completing a registered apprenticeship is one of the most reliable ways to build the credentials needed for licensure and long-term career growth.
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
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
See something wrong? Help us improve this page.