Plumber/Pipefitter at Who'osier Plumber LLC

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Who'osier Plumber LLC in Indianapolis, IN

About This Program

Who'osier Plumber LLC sponsors this registered Plumber/Pipefitter apprenticeship program in Indianapolis, IN. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers individuals a paid, hands-on path into the plumbing trade within one of Indiana's largest and most active construction markets.

The five-year program encompasses 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with licensed plumbers on residential and commercial projects, developing skills in water supply installation, drain-waste-vent systems, fixture and appliance hookups, and gas piping. Classroom instruction covers the theory, codes, safety practices, and mathematical concepts that underpin professional plumbing work.

Upon completion, graduates are prepared to work as journey-level plumbers in the Indianapolis area and beyond. Who'osier Plumber LLC provides a close-knit apprenticeship environment where new tradespeople can grow their skills on real projects, setting the stage for a dependable and rewarding career in the plumbing industry.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$30

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

5 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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 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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration5 years
Starting wage$15.00/hr
Journeyman wage$30.46/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Indiana

Plumber/Pipefitters in Indiana are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, Plumbing Commission.

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