Benefits of being in the Plumbing field:

• This program is governed by the State of California and/or the Federal Standards and Program Rules and Regulations
• Length of the program is four years - 7,200 on-the-job training hours
• Classes will meet one night per week plus three Saturdays
• 4 hours per night for 19 weeks and three 8 hour classes, 1-- hours per semester, 200 hours per year
• Program is overseen by the ABC S0-Cal Merit Training Trust and the Plumbing Unilateral Apprenticeship Committee
• Applicants must meet eligibility requirements as outlined on the 'Apprenticeship' page

To view the curriculum for this program, click here.

Plumber Skills

Blueprint reading or drawings, estimate materials and install or repair water supply lines, drainage systems, and gas systems.  Plumber’s measure, cut, and install plastic, copper, steel, and cast iron pipe.  Make connections with silver solder and a torch; or plumbing fittings; etc.  Plumbers cut holes in walls, ceilings, and floors to attach or hang pipes for connection to fixtures.  They also install plumbing fixtures – bathtubs, showers, sinks, and toilets – and appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters.  Plumbers use numerous hand tools, like: tubing cutters, torpedo levels and various wrenches.  Today’s plumbers operate power threading machines, air-acetylene torches, power drills, and saber-saws.  Plumbers must use their athletic capabilities.  Eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and physical balance are important for climbing ladders or operating power tools. Thanks to safety training programs, employers have greatly reduced accidents on the job. Plumbers work outdoors and indoors – working closely with other trades.

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Plumber Career Facts  

• Today, government and private studies confirm the shortage of skilled Plumbers nationwide.
• Nationwide, there were approximately 398,000 Plumbers in the 1996 census. The supply is low and the demand is high.
• Factoring in retirement, job changes, Plumbers entering construction management or business ownership, it is easy to see the growing need for skilled Plumbers.
• Future career path opportunities include jobs as estimator, distribution manager, inspector, project manager, trade instructor, foreman, and more…
• Construction is one of the few industries where an individual can still own his or her own business. 

 
 
Plumber Quality of Life

Plumbers can build a financially rewarding future and experience an exciting career.

• Job satisfaction - It is rewarding to see your skills in a finished structure.
• Job security - High skills are in high demand.
• Low stress - Job requirements produce less mental stress.
• Physical exercise - Maintains a healthy body.
• Hours of employment - Usually weekends and evening are free for recreation.
• Unlimited earning power in an unlimited construction career path.
• Trade skills can save you thousands of dollars building or remodeling a home.