Plumber/Pipefitter at New Jersey Council of Master Plumbers Inc. | PHCC Curriculum
at New Jersey Council of Master Plumbers Inc. | PHCC Curriculum in Elmer, NJ
About This Program
New Jersey Council of Master Plumbers Inc. sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship in Elmer, NJ, delivered using the PHCC (Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association) curriculum. This non-union program benefits from a nationally recognized instructional framework developed specifically for plumbing trade education, giving apprentices access to structured, industry-tested course content. Apprentices are paid throughout the program.
The five-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction based on PHCC educational standards. Apprentices develop skills in residential and commercial plumbing systems, including pipe installation, fixture setting, gas systems, water heaters, and drainage and venting. The PHCC curriculum reinforces field work with instruction in plumbing codes, safety, trade math, and system design principles.
Graduates are prepared for journey-level employment in New Jersey's plumbing industry and are well-positioned to pursue state licensure. The combination of the NJ Council of Master Plumbers' industry standing and the PHCC curriculum gives this program a recognized, professional credential that supports long-term career advancement.
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.
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.
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