Plumbers install, maintain, and repair many different types of pipe systems. Some of these systems carry water, dispose of waste, supply gas to ovens, or heat and cool buildings. Other systems, such as those in power plants, carry the steam that powers huge turbines.
Pipes also are used in manufacturing plants to move acids, gases, and waste by-products through the production process. Master plumbers on construction jobs may be involved with developing blueprints that show where all the pipes and fixtures will go. Their input helps ensure that a structure’s plumbing meets building codes, stays within budget, and works well with the location of other features, such as electrical wires.
Plumbers install and repair water, drainage, and gas pipes in homes, businesses, and factories. They install and repair large water lines, such as those that supply water to buildings, and smaller ones, including ones that supply water to refrigerators. Plumbers also install plumbing fixtures—bathtubs, showers, sinks, and toilets—and appliances such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, and water heaters.
As a Plumber Apprentice, you will be working in residential and commercial buildings assembling, installing, and repairing water, drainage, and heating systems. You will install water pipes, sinks, bathtubs, water heaters, and dishwashers. This program will satisfy the educational requirements to take the State Journeyman Exam. MTECH’s Apprenticeship programs are composed of two parts: (1) on-the-job training and (2) classroom instruction. The on-the-job training is provided by an outside sponsor (employer) who exposes the apprentice to practical applications in all areas of a chosen trade. The classroom-related instruction is organized and designed to provide the apprentice with knowledge of the theoretical and technical aspects of his or her trade. Classroom-related instruction will be held at one of MTECH’s Campuses.
Renee Kalaniuvalu
Program Operations Specialist
- Electrical Apprenticeship
- Program Hours: 720 hours
Cliff Carron-Campbell
Program Director
- Electrical Apprenticeship
- Program Hours: 720 hours
Certificates and Licensures
- MTECH Plumbing Apprenticeship Program Certificate.
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) Journeyman Plumbing Licensure.
- United States Department of Labor Apprenticeship USA Federal Work Credential (Optional -students must register with DOL to receive this credential).
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) Residential Plumbing Licensure.
Program Snapshot
Registration Eligibility: Adults and high school seniors only.
Registration Availability: Registration for the 2021-2022 school year opens July 15, 2021 at 8:00 am online on the MTECH Registration Portal and remains open until classes are full. It is recommended to create your MTECH Student Portal account in advance.
Program Length: 720 Hours.
Times: Evenings. See schedule details below.
Locations: Orem campus.
Note: Some courses may be taught at other campuses. Please see schedule.
Financial Aid Eligible: This program is not eligible for Financial Aid and Veterans Assistance.
Articulation Agreements: MTECH has an articulation agreement with Salt Lake Community College. Please contact their apprenticeship department at (801) 957-4066 for more details.
Prerequisites
High School Seniors: Students should coordinate with home high school counselors prior to registration.
Entrance Assessment: Students must take the MTECH Entrance Assessment. The Entrance Assessment is free and takes about an hour to complete. To learn more visit mtec.edu/testing.
New Student Orientation: Students must complete the brief MTECH New Student Orientation prior to first day of class. To learn more visit mtec.edu/nso.
MTECH admission requires taking an entrance exam in the testing center or bringing alternative documentation of prior work to the testing center for approval.
Students must work at least part-time for a plumbing company, and be supervised by a Master or Journeyman Plumber. However, first year unemployed students may register for courses if there is space available.
All employed students must register with the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.
All employed high school students must also register with the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship.
Students must complete the previous Plumbing course with a 75% or higher to advance to the next course.
Schedule
| SECTION | LOCATION | ROOM | START | END | START | END | DAYS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2021 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A | 8/18/2021 | 12/6/2021 | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | M, W | ||
| Fall 2021 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A | 8/17/2021 | 12/2/2021 | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | T, TH | ||
| Spring 2022 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B | 1/10/2022 | 5/4/2022 | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | M, W | ||
| Spring 2022 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B | 1/11/2022 | 4/26/2022 | 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | T, TH |