Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumber Near Me LLC
at Plumber Near Me LLC in Bayville, NJ
About This Program
Plumber Near Me LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship in Bayville, NJ. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers a direct path into the plumbing trade through structured, paid training within an active plumbing business. Apprentices receive compensation from the start, providing financial stability while they develop industry-recognized skills.
The apprenticeship lasts five years and consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced plumbers to learn pipe installation, drainage and venting, fixture and appliance connections, and water heater service. The technical instruction component covers plumbing codes, safety requirements, trade math, and core plumbing theory aligned with New Jersey standards.
Completing the program prepares apprentices for journey-level work in the plumbing and pipefitting trade. The registered apprenticeship credential is recognized across New Jersey, supporting graduates in pursuing state licensure and accessing a broad range of employment opportunities in residential and commercial plumbing.
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.
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.
View full New Jerseylicensing requirements →Reviews
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