Sheet Metal Worker at Omni Elite Sheet Metal
at Omni Elite Sheet Metal in Denver, CO
About This Program
Omni Elite Sheet Metal sponsors a registered Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship program in Denver, CO. This non-union program provides paid, structured training for individuals looking to build a career in the sheet metal trade within one of Colorado's most active construction markets.
The program is five years in duration and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 640 hours of related technical instruction. Working under experienced sheet metal professionals, apprentices gain hands-on skills in ductwork fabrication and installation, roofing systems, and custom metalwork. Classroom instruction addresses technical drawing, welding techniques, safety standards, and building codes.
Graduates achieve journey-level status as sheet metal workers, positioning them for steady employment across Denver's commercial and industrial construction sectors. This apprenticeship is an effective path for those seeking a well-rounded, skilled trade career without incurring the cost of traditional schooling.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
640
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Sheet Metal Worker Career Outlook
National Median
$26.33/hr
~$54,766.4/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Sheet metal worker employment is expected to grow steadily, driven by HVAC system demand in new construction and energy-efficiency retrofits. The transition to high-efficiency systems and commercial building upgrades creates ongoing need for skilled fabricators and installers. Workers with welding and CAD skills have the strongest prospects.
What to Expect as a Sheet Metal Worker 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
640 hours of related technical instruction (~128 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.
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