Sheet Metal Worker at Sheet Metal Workers
at Sheet Metal Workers in Honolulu, HI
About This Program
Sheet Metal Workers in Honolulu, HI sponsors a five-year Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship program for individuals looking to build a skilled trade career in Hawaii. This employer-sponsored, non-union program provides paid training throughout its entire duration, making it accessible to those entering the trades without prior experience.
Apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction over the course of the program. Hands-on training covers sheet metal fabrication, HVAC duct systems, roofing and cladding installation, and precision layout techniques. Classroom instruction addresses blueprint reading, applied math, welding fundamentals, and workplace safety — knowledge that directly supports daily work in the field.
Upon completion, apprentices achieve journey-level status as Sheet Metal Workers, positioning them for stable, long-term employment in Honolulu's active construction and mechanical contracting sectors.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
640
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Sheet Metal Worker Career Outlook
National Median
$26.33/hr
~$54,766.4/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Sheet metal worker employment is expected to grow steadily, driven by HVAC system demand in new construction and energy-efficiency retrofits. The transition to high-efficiency systems and commercial building upgrades creates ongoing need for skilled fabricators and installers. Workers with welding and CAD skills have the strongest prospects.
What to Expect as a Sheet Metal Worker 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
640 hours of related technical instruction (~128 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 Sheet Metal Worker
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Hawaii
Sheet Metal Workers in Hawaii are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division.
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