Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 344 Apprenticeship – Oklahoma City
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Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 344 Apprenticeship – Oklahoma City, OK
Program Information
Local 344 offers one of the most respected plumbing and pipefitting apprenticeship programs in Oklahoma, training apprentices in all facets of the piping trades. This includes residential and commercial plumbing, industrial pipefitting, medical gas systems, hydronics, and process piping. The curriculum combines theory, safety, and technical skills with hands-on installation and service training.
Apprentices work with licensed journeymen on new construction and service work throughout Oklahoma City and surrounding areas. Training covers advanced topics like blueprint interpretation, piping code compliance, backflow prevention, and HVAC piping systems. The program provides a direct path to a high-wage, high-skill career with no student debt.
Program Length
Five-year program with over 8,500 hours of paid on-the-job training and 1,080 classroom instruction hours. Evening classes allow apprentices to work full-time during the day.
Programs Offered
- Plumbing Apprenticeship
- HVAC & Refrigeration
- Industrial Pipefitting
Certifications & Career Opportunities
Graduates are eligible for state journeyman licenses, OSHA 30, medical gas certification, and welding endorsements. Career tracks include licensed plumber, foreman, estimator, service tech, or union instructor.
Program Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- Pass mechanical aptitude test and drug screening
Compensation & Benefits
Apprentices start at around 50% of journeyman wage and receive increases every 6–12 months. Union benefits include full healthcare, retirement pension, and annuity contributions.
Apprenticeship Cost & Career Outlook
This is a Registered Apprenticeship Program — meaning you will earn while you learn.
- Paid on-the-job training with increasing wages
- Classroom or technical instruction provided by the program
- No tuition costs — apprentices are paid during training
- Nationally recognized credential upon completion
Because apprenticeships are managed through the U.S. Department of Labor, College Scorecard data for tuition and earnings does not apply. Apprenticeships provide real-world experience and a direct path to journeyman-level wages without student debt.