Plumber/Pipefitter at Owensboro Plmbs & Pipefitters
at Owensboro Plmbs & Pipefitters in Owensboro, KY
About This Program
Owensboro Plumbers & Pipefitters sponsors a non-union, employer-based apprenticeship in Owensboro, Kentucky, designed to prepare individuals for a career in the plumbing and pipefitting trades. This paid program allows apprentices to earn income while building practical skills in a real work environment from day one.
The program runs for five years and totals 8,000 hours of on-the-job training, supplemented by 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install and service piping systems for potable water, wastewater, gas, steam, and hydronic systems. Classroom instruction addresses code compliance, pipe materials and jointing methods, safety practices, and construction blueprint reading.
Graduates of the Owensboro program are prepared to enter the workforce as journey-level plumbers and pipefitters. The mechanical trades continue to see consistent demand across construction, renovation, and industrial maintenance, making this apprenticeship a strong foundation for a long-term career.
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 Kentucky
Plumber/Pipefitters in Kentucky are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Plumbing.
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