Plumber/Pipefitter at Mpls Pipefitters Jac
at Mpls Pipefitters Jac in Brooklyn Park, MN
About This Program
The MPLS PIPEFITTERS JAC sponsors a union plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship program based in Brooklyn Park, MN. Affiliated with the Joint Apprenticeship Committee structure, this program connects apprentices with experienced pipefitting professionals and signatory employers in the Minneapolis metropolitan area.
This is a five-year, time-based program comprising 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of classroom instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience with pipe system installation, welding, pipe threading, blueprint reading, and the installation of heating, cooling, and process piping systems. Related technical instruction covers pipefitting theory, applicable codes, and workplace safety.
Upon successful completion, apprentices achieve journeyman pipefitter status. This credential opens doors to careers in commercial construction, industrial facilities, and mechanical contracting. Union affiliation provides access to strong wages, benefits packages, and job security throughout the greater Minneapolis region.
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.
How to Apply
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Plumber
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Minnesota
Plumber/Pipefitters in Minnesota are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
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