Plumber/Pipefitter at Miami-Dade Plumbers Joint Apprentice & Educational Committee
at Miami-Dade Plumbers Joint Apprentice & Educational Committee in Miami Lakes, FL
About This Program
The Miami-Dade Plumbers Joint Apprentice & Educational Committee sponsors a registered plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship program in Miami Lakes, FL. This employer-sponsored program offers paid, structured training for individuals entering the plumbing trade in one of Florida's most active construction markets.
The five-year program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install, maintain, and repair water supply, drainage, and gas piping systems across a variety of project types. Classroom instruction addresses plumbing codes, safety practices, blueprint reading, and trade mathematics relevant to South Florida's unique construction environment.
Upon completion, apprentices graduate as journeyman plumbers/pipefitters, ready to contribute to Miami-Dade's ongoing residential and commercial development. This apprenticeship provides a practical, earn-while-you-learn path to a stable career in the mechanical trades.
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 Florida
Plumber/Pipefitters in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.
View full Floridalicensing requirements →Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
See something wrong? Help us improve this page.