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Your Path to Success

Embark on a rewarding journey in the plumbing and pipefitting industry with the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union #295 apprenticeship program. This comprehensive, five-year program, subsidized by the state, is your gateway to mastering residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing and pipefitting in Florida.

Program features

  • Robust training: Begin with an OSHA safety course and earn at least an OSHA 10 card upon successful completion. Gain deep insights into the rules and regulations governing the plumbing and pipefitting craft across the state.
  • Diverse curriculum: Courses cover a wide range of essential skills including math, drawing interpretation, welding, pipefitting, layout, rigging and signaling, tubing, basic air conditioning and refrigeration, and the use and care of tools.
  • Hands-on experience: Extensive classroom instruction is paired with practical on-the-job training, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world scenarios.

Admission requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the admission interview.
  • Selection by the Daytona Beach Plumbers and Pipefitters Union #295 Apprenticeship Committee.
  • High school diploma or GED, along with official transcripts.
  • Valid driver's license and the physical ability to perform the duties of the trade.
  • Completion of one credit of high school algebra.
  • Drug test prior to employment.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this program can look forward to a variety of promising career paths, including:

  • Plumbers: Specializing in new constructions, repairs, and maintenance.
  • Pipefitters and steamfitters: Expertise in pipe systems for steam, water, and other substances.
  • Maintenance and repair workers: General skills for upkeep of various facilities.
  • Helpers-pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, & steamfitters: Supporting roles that provide vital assistance on job sites.
  • Septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners: Specialized roles focusing on waste management systems.

Launch your path to a stable and lucrative career with the Plumbing & Pipefitters Apprentice program. With our expert training and diverse career options, you'll be well-equipped to make a significant impact in the industry. Join us to build a foundation for a successful future in a field that is always in demand.

Job & salary potential can be found on O*Net Online (https://www.onetonline.org/)

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Additional Information about the Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprentice Program

Contact Us

David Castello
Assistant Chair
David.Castello@DaytonaState.edu
(386) 506-4172

Jen Mirsky
Apprenticeship Lead
Jen@UALocal295.com
(386) 252-7180