Plumber/Pipefitter at Latrobe & Vicinity Plumbers/Pipefitters Local 354
at Latrobe & Vicinity Plumbers/Pipefitters Local 354 in Youngwood, PA
About This Program
Latrobe & Vicinity Plumbers/Pipefitters Local 354 sponsors this union plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship based in Youngwood, Pennsylvania. This JATC program serves the Latrobe and Westmoreland County region, training apprentices for journeyman-level work in plumbing and pipefitting through a rigorous and well-supported program.
The five-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under journeyman supervision on local construction and service projects, developing skills in plumbing system installation, pipe fabrication, welding, and maintenance. Technical coursework covers pipe materials and joining methods, plumbing codes, safety practices, and blueprint reading.
Graduates earn journeyman credentials through Local 354 and gain access to union benefits including progressive wages during training and health and retirement benefits at the journeyman level. For those in western Pennsylvania's Latrobe area, this program offers a well-established and highly regarded route into the plumbing and pipefitting 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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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