Plumber/Pipefitter at Paul The Plumber
at Paul The Plumber in Derry, NH
About This Program
Paul The Plumber sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship based in Derry, NH. This is a non-union, employer-sponsored program that offers hands-on training alongside experienced plumbing professionals. Apprentices are paid throughout the entire program, making it a practical path into the trade without taking on student debt.
The program runs for five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. On the job, apprentices learn pipe installation, fixture fitting, water supply and drainage systems, blueprint reading, and code compliance. Classroom instruction covers plumbing theory, safety practices, and relevant New Hampshire regulations.
Upon completing the program, apprentices are prepared to work as journey-level plumbers and pipefitters. This credential opens doors to residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing work throughout New Hampshire and beyond, with strong long-term earning potential in a consistently in-demand trade.
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 Hampshire
Plumber/Pipefitters in New Hampshire are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, Fuel Gas Fitting and Plumbers Board.
View full New Hampshirelicensing requirements →Reviews
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