Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprentice Training of Kansas
at Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprentice Training of Kansas in Wichita, KS
About This Program
Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprentice Training of Kansas sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program based in Wichita, KS. This employer-sponsored program serves as a dedicated apprenticeship training organization for workers entering the plumbing and pipefitting trade in the Wichita area and broader Kansas market.
The five-year program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices train on active job sites learning to install and maintain plumbing systems, process piping, and mechanical systems across residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Classroom coursework covers pipefitting principles, code compliance, safety regulations, trade mathematics, and blueprint reading to complement and reinforce field experience.
Graduates are prepared to work as journey-level plumbers and pipefitters in Wichita and across Kansas. This program's focus on apprentice training makes it a structured and intentional pathway for individuals committed to developing serious, career-level skills in one of the trades with consistent demand in the construction and industrial sectors.
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.
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