How to Become a Plumbing Contractor in Missouri
The path to becoming a plumbing contractor in Missouri takes five years from start to finish. Novice plumbers will learn how to install, repair and maintain pipe systems ranging from toilets and showers to heating and waste disposal systems. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the plumbing field to experience faster than average growth through 2018. Missouri plumbers earn between $45,000 to $58,000 per year according to Salary.com.
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Identify plumbing apprenticeships near you by contacting local unions and plumbing companies. The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that apprenticeship provides the most comprehensive training by combining classroom knowledge and on-the-job training.
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Apply for apprenticeship opportunities by completing the application form or applying in person at the union office. Candidates need to be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma. Additional requirements may vary by opportunity; the Kansas City Plumbers Joint Plumbing Apprenticeship Committee requires a birth certificate, high school transcript and high school diploma (or GED test scores and certificate). Wait to be matched with an apprenticeship.
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Begin your apprenticeship, which lasts five years. Work alongside a Missouri master plumber during your apprenticeship. As you progress through the five years, you'll earn more money and be given more responsibility. Take the required classes, which include blueprint reading, mechanical drawing, chemistry, parts identification and job safety.
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Complete your apprenticeship. Then apply for a journeyman plumber's license in Missouri. In this state, licensing is done through the city and is not statewide. Contact city government to obtain a license application. Then complete the application and provide proof of experience (such as a certificate of completion from apprenticeship) and the proper fee.
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Wait to receive your license from your town or city. Then begin operating as a plumbing contractor.
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