Sheet Metal Worker at Sheet Metal Workers of Western Oklahoma
at Sheet Metal Workers of Western Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, OK
About This Program
The Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship sponsored by Sheet Metal Workers of Western Oklahoma is a non-union, employer-based program located in Oklahoma City, OK. Apprentices begin earning wages from the start of training, building a strong foundation in the sheet metal trade while working on projects across Western Oklahoma.
This five-year program provides 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to fabricate and install sheet metal products and systems, including HVAC ductwork, roofing components, flashings, and architectural metalwork. Technical coursework covers blueprint reading, welding, applied mathematics, and occupational safety standards relevant to the sheet metal industry.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level sheet metal workers, qualified for skilled employment in commercial, industrial, and residential construction throughout Oklahoma. Oklahoma City's expanding construction sector offers ongoing demand for qualified tradespeople, making this apprenticeship a practical and rewarding investment in a long-term skilled trades career.
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.
How to Apply
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.
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