Apprenticeship Programs

Plumber and Pipefitter Apprenticeship Programs are accepting approximately 100 apprentices per year regardless of RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR AGE.

Applicants are required to have:

• Proof of age (Minimum age of 18)
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Pass a substance abuse test
• Valid driver's license
• Pass mechanical and numerical aptitude test
• $20 - $25 application fee

Beginning apprentices earn $2500 a two week period while working and attending school. They also get hospitalization insurance for their families. Over the 5-year apprenticeship, apprentices will have earned over $300,000. Upon successfully completing the apprenticeship program they obtain Journeyperson status. Journeyperson Plumbers and Pipefitters normally earn a minimum of $71,000* per year. A Journeyperson accumulates approximately one million dollars in pension benefits after working 30 years. They will be given 35-40 college credits towards an Associate Degree in Applied Science. ( *This figure does not include the additional value of fringes, such as insurance, pension etc. that a union employee earns each year.)

Prospective apprentice applicants are encouraged to call (313) 341-7661 to sign up for a FREE apprentice information session for additional details. Information sessions are held at the MCA Detroit offices, generally, the first and second Fridays of the month at 3:30 PM. Registration is requested.

Additional information on Plumbers, Pipe Fitters and Steam Fitters may be obtained by visiting the U.S. Department of Labor - Bureau of Labor Statistics web site on Construction Occupations. The Occupational Outlook Handbook 2006-2007 Edition contains valuable information to help individuals choose a career.

For further career and apprenticeship information, visit Michigan Construction Careers or ClickOnCareers.com.