Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumbers, Fitters & Mes JATC, Lu 392
at Plumbers, Fitters & Mes JATC, Lu 392 in Cincinnati, OH
About This Program
Plumbers, Fitters & MES JATC, LU 392 sponsors this union plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee program affiliated with Local Union 392, this opportunity combines real-world trade experience with structured technical education in one of Ohio's largest metro areas.
The apprenticeship spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside experienced journeymen, apprentices develop skills in pipe installation, system testing, code compliance, welding, and the use of hand and power tools. Classroom instruction covers pipefitting math, blueprint reading, safety practices, and local and national plumbing codes.
Graduates complete the program as journeyman plumbers and pipefitters, qualified to work across a wide range of commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Union membership through LU 392 provides apprentices with access to negotiated wages, health benefits, and a pension — building long-term career stability from the first day on the job.
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 Ohio
Plumber/Pipefitters in Ohio are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board.
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