Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 322 JATC
at Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 322 JATC in Winslow, NJ
About This Program
Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 322 JATC sponsors this registered union apprenticeship for aspiring plumbers and pipefitters in Winslow, NJ. As a Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee program, it combines union-backed training standards with real-world job site experience. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program, with pay typically increasing as they advance through each year of training.
The program is five years in length, requiring 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside journeymen learning pipe installation, system troubleshooting, fixture work, medical gas systems, and industrial piping. Classroom instruction covers plumbing theory, codes, trade math, and safety regulations applicable in New Jersey.
Upon graduation, apprentices achieve journey-level status and are eligible for union employment on a wide range of commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Union membership through Local 322 provides access to negotiated wages, health benefits, and pension contributions.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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.
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