Plumbing Apprentice Career Outlook

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Northwood Tech 2019-2020 Graduate Follow-Up Survey

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Employed in a Related Field

Northwood Tech 2019-2020 Graduate Follow-Up Survey

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Average Yearly Salary

2019-2020 Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Program Snapshot Report (this statewide data may or may not include Northwood Tech graduates’ responses) 

 

 

 

 

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Plumber

As a Plumber, you will learn to design, install, repair, and maintain piping systems such as soil, waste, vent, potable water, wastewater treatment, and gas systems (medical, propane, and natural) in residential, commercial, industrial buildings and at utility sites.

Careers

Typical positions available upon completion include:

  • Drain Technician
  • Fire Sprinkler Service Technician
  • Pipe Welder
  • Pipefitter
  • Plumbing Installer
  • Residential Plumber
  • Service Plumber
  • Sprinkler Fitter
  • Steamfitter

Related Programs

After three years, a journeyworker may pursue an exam to become a Master Plumber if all qualifications are met.

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Rice Lake Admissions Contact

Nicole Messicci

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715.788.7144

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Jennifer Bednarik

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715.685.3039

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Jodi Saliny

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715.752.8119

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Anna Kalin

Admissions Advisor

715.319.7331

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