Plumber/Pipefitter at Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprenticeship Training of Arkansas
at Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprenticeship Training of Arkansas in Little Rock, AR
About This Program
Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprenticeship Training of Arkansas, located in Little Rock, AR, offers this employer-sponsored plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship serving the greater Arkansas region. This non-union program provides a comprehensive, structured training pathway for individuals entering the plumbing and pipefitting trades.
The apprenticeship spans 5 years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training along with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install and maintain plumbing and piping systems for water, gas, steam, and drainage; perform welding, soldering, and pipe threading; read blueprints; and follow safety codes applicable to commercial, industrial, and residential projects across Arkansas.
Graduates emerge as journey-level plumbers and pipefitters prepared for a broad range of project types and settings. The paid training structure ensures apprentices can develop professional skills while maintaining financial stability throughout all five years of the program.
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 Arkansas
Plumber/Pipefitters in Arkansas are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Arkansas Department of Health, Plumbing and Natural Gas.
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