| Updated: |
5/29/2008 |
| Description: |
This apprenticeship leads into a Journeyman Plumbers license. Plumbers assemble, install and repair pipes, fittings, medical gas systems and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers and water according to specifications and plumbing codes. They locate and mark the position of pipe, pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors using ruler, spirit level and plumb bob. They cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings, using hand tools and a threading machine. Plumbers also bend pipe using a pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over a block and bending it by hand, assemble and install valves, pipe fittings and pipes composed of various metals or glass, vitrified clay, and plastic, and use hand tools and power tools. Plumbers may weld holding fixtures to structures.
Similar Keywords: plumbing
Plumber, Journeyman (JP) |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 693.030
OAR 918-695-0030
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| Duration: |
four to five years |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Most apprenticeship programs do not charge an application fee although a few charge a modest fee of up to $25. Apprentices are expected to pay tuition and for books, normally about $400 to $500 per year, although in many cases, these costs are paid by the employer or reimbursed to the apprentice by the apprenticeship committee. |
| Responsible Agency: |
Labor and Industries Bureau (BOLI) |
| Examination Information: |
Please see the Examination Information section of the Plumber, Journeyman (JP)license. |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None |
| Prerequisites: |
Apprenticeship applicants must be at least 18 years of age. In addition, they must provide proof of high school graduation or general education development (GED) equivalent.
Local apprenticeship committees may require additional qualifications. |
| Service Links: |
 Apprenticeship Openings Lists
Information on plumbing trades in apprenticeship.
Agency Contact Information
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| Additional Information: |
General information on the apprenticeship program.
getting started |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Labor and Industries Bureau (BOLI) |
| E-mail Address: |
BOLI.MAIL@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
971-673-0761
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| Mail Address: |
Bureau of Labor and Industries
800 NE Oregon St., #32, Suite 1045
Portland, OR 97232
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| Website Information: |
http://www.boli.state.or.us/ |
