Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumber Near Me LLC

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Plumber Near Me LLC in Indianapolis, IN

About This Program

Plumber Near Me LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program based in Indianapolis, IN. This employer-sponsored program offers a direct route into the plumbing trade for individuals who prefer a non-union training environment with real-world, hands-on experience from the start.

The five-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working under experienced plumbers, apprentices learn the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems including water supply lines, drainage and venting systems, gas piping, and fixtures. Technical coursework reinforces field skills with code knowledge, safety practices, and trade fundamentals.

Upon completing the program, apprentices are prepared to work as journey-level plumbers serving residential and commercial customers in the Indianapolis area. The plumbing trade offers consistent work and strong earning potential, and this program at Plumber Near Me LLC provides a practical, employer-connected path to achieving journeyman status.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$30

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

5 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration5 years
Starting wage$15.00/hr
Journeyman wage$30.46/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Indiana

Plumber/Pipefitters in Indiana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, Plumbing Commission.

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