Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumbers and Steamfitters 166 J.A.T.C.
at Plumbers and Steamfitters 166 J.A.T.C. in Fort Wayne, IN
About This Program
Plumbers and Steamfitters 166 J.A.T.C. sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program in Fort Wayne, IN. This employer-sponsored program provides a structured, five-year training pathway for individuals who want to enter the plumbing and steamfitting trade in northeastern Indiana.
Apprentices in this time-based program complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Field training covers the installation and maintenance of plumbing, steam, and process piping systems across a range of project types. Classroom instruction reinforces on-site learning with coverage of safety standards, plumbing codes, pipe system design, blueprint reading, and trade mathematics.
After completing the program, apprentices are recognized as journey-level plumbers and steamfitters, ready to work across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Fort Wayne's active construction environment means graduates of this program are well-positioned to find steady work and build lasting careers in the mechanical trades.
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 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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