Sprinkler Fitter at Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC
at Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC in Henderson, NV
About This Program
Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 JATC offers a union Sprinkler Fitter apprenticeship in Henderson, NV. As a JATC-administered program, it provides structured, paid training in fire protection system installation for apprentices entering one of Nevada's fastest-growing construction regions.
The program runs five years and combines 8,000 hours of field-based on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain practical experience installing and testing wet pipe, dry pipe, and other sprinkler system types in commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. Classroom instruction addresses NFPA codes, hydraulic principles, blueprint reading, and fire protection safety standards.
Graduates finish the program as journeyman Sprinkler Fitters with skills recognized throughout the fire protection trade. The union structure ensures apprentices receive progressive pay increases as they advance, along with access to benefits and a career pathway supported by Local 669's established industry presence in Nevada and the surrounding region.
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 Sprinkler Fitter 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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
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