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Plumbing Program - Job Training Program

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
31 - 60 days
Locations
1 location in Texas · jobs available nationwide
Career field
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Construction and Extraction
Target MOS/ratings
All MOCs
Nearest installation
All

About the program

This program offers the skills needed to start a career in the Plumbing field. To be successful in a profession the tradesman must understand their craft inside and out. During your program, you will have the opportunity to earn the OSHA-10 Certification. As you go through the program you will validate your education by performing hands on assessments designed to prove understanding and practical problem-solving skills needed to be successful in the industry. You will be trained to properly apply safety protocols and PPE applications needed to safely practice the trade. You will also experience the professional conduct, clean appearance, and customer service-based training needed to gain trust and rapport customers expect and value.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Prepare cost estimates for clientsRead blueprints and follow state and local building codesDetermine the materials and equipment needed for a jobInstall pipes and fixturesInspect and test installed pipe systems and pipelinesTroubleshoot malfunctioning systemsMaintain and repair plumbing systems

Eligibility & prerequisites

$12,000 - GI Bill EligibleGI Bill Eligible (15% of Total GI Bill, 5.5 of the 36 months)

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ