Plumber/Pipefitter at RI Master Plumbers Association

The RI Master Plumbers Association sponsors this non-union plumber/pipefitter apprenticeship based in Warwick, Rhode Island. As a trade association-sponsored program, this apprenticeship provides a structured and industry-backed training path for individuals entering the plumbing trade anywhere across Rhode Island.

The program runs five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices are placed with participating master plumber contractors throughout Rhode Island, working on residential, commercial, and service plumbing projects. Skills developed include pipe layout and installation, water and waste system construction, fixture installation, and adherence to Rhode Island plumbing codes. Classroom coursework covers safety, code requirements, pipe materials, and technical drawing reading.

Upon completing all program requirements, graduates earn journeyman plumber credentials and are prepared to work independently across a full range of plumbing applications. Apprentices are paid throughout the program, making this a practical choice for those seeking to enter the trade while supporting themselves financially.