Plumber/Pipefitter at Sal RDF Plumber LLC
at Sal RDF Plumber LLC in Galloway, NJ
About This Program
Sal RDF Plumber LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship in Galloway, NJ. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers direct, on-the-job training within a working plumbing company. Apprentices are paid from the start, making this a viable alternative to traditional schooling for those looking to enter the trade without tuition costs.
The apprenticeship runs for five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working under experienced plumbers, apprentices learn pipe layout, fixture installation, drain and vent systems, water heater service, and code-compliant installations. Classroom instruction covers plumbing fundamentals, safety practices, and New Jersey plumbing regulations.
Upon completion, apprentices are qualified to pursue journey-level plumbing work in residential and light commercial settings. Completing a registered apprenticeship is a recognized pathway toward state licensure, and the skills gained through this program are applicable across a broad range of plumbing and pipefitting roles.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Plumber
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in New Jersey
Plumber/Pipefitters in New Jersey are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Jersey State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers.
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