Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumbers And Steamfitters Jac Rockland Lu #373
at Plumbers And Steamfitters Jac Rockland Lu #373 in Mountainville, NY
About This Program
Plumbers and Steamfitters JAC Rockland LU #373 offers a registered Plumber/Pipefitter Apprenticeship based in Mountainville, NY. This is a union JATC program, meaning it is jointly administered by labor and management to ensure apprentices receive high-quality, standardized training in the plumbing and steamfitting trades. All apprentices are paid while they train, allowing them to earn a living wage from their first day on the job.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on real projects under the supervision of journeyman plumbers and steamfitters, gaining experience with water supply systems, steam and hydronic heating, gas piping, and drainage systems. Technical classes cover plumbing and mechanical codes, safety, blueprint interpretation, and system design fundamentals.
Completing this apprenticeship leads to journeyman status and full union membership through LU #373, typically bringing access to union wages, health benefits, and retirement plans. Graduates are equipped to work across Rockland County and the broader Hudson Valley area, where skilled plumbers and steamfitters remain in steady demand.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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