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Plumbing

A licensed plumber is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. They ensure that all work complies all with local and state codes.

A licensed plumber in the state of Wisconsin must go through a 5 year apprenticeship program to become a journey level plumber with career advancement opportunities that include master plumber, cross connection control tester, medical gas installer, plumbing inspector as well as lead abatement and green plumbing technologies.

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Explore Career Tracks

  1. Residential Plumber
  • Installs plumbing in new and existing homes and services old plumbing systems
  1. Commercial Plumber  
  • Mainly focuses on new and existing plumbing systems within commercial properties with technologies not commonly seen in residential settings. A strong understanding of plumbing code is needed
  1. Industrial Plumber
  • Specializes in plumbing systems within industrial settings such as power plants, water treatment plants and heavy machine shops
  1. Service Plumber
  • Specializes in service and repair of existing plumbing systems in residential and commercial settings, a strong mechanical aptitude is required for the wide spectrum of mechanical repairs that may be needed

Career at a Glance

Starting Requirements:

- Highschool diploma or GED

- Math (geometry and algebra) and reading skills (an Accuplacer test may be required)

- Physical fitness for construction

- Medical physical as well as drug screen may be required

Length of Training/Apprenticeship:

- Typically 4-5 years for full apprenticeship

Training Providers:

  1. Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC)
  2. Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS)
  3. Gateway Technical College
  4. Waukesha County Technical College
  5. Milwaukee Local 75
  6. Kenosha Local 118

Example Employers: 

  1. Knight Plumbing, Inc.
  2. Viking Plumbing
  3. Milestone Plumbing, Inc.
  4. Faust Co. Inc
  5. Butters-Fetting Co., Inc.
  6. Heiden Plumbing Co., Inc.

 

Wage Progression:

Entry level:

  • After 1 year: $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Mid-level:

  • Average overall: $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Experienced level:

  • Average overall: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

Note: These figures reflect base pay only. Union and private sector careers may include additional benefits such as healthcare, retirement, and paid training that significantly increase total compensation.

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