Plumbing

If mechanical aptitude, an interest in hands-on projects, and a willingness to work in tight spaces describes you, Plumbing could be your future career. Join generations of plumbers who have adopted the proud motto: “Plumbers protect the health of the nation.” At Bristol-Plymouth, all shop and theory hours will be credited as you work toward the Massachusetts Journeyman Plumber’s license exam.

• Shop safety
• Pipe fitting
• Rough and finish plumbing of simulated houses
• Gas, boiler and water heater installations
• Massachusetts plumbing and gas codes
• Blueprint reading and sketching

Facilities

Shop area with multi-story in-school “house” where students learn to assemble waste and water piping systems and install plumbing fixtures. New hand and power tools, threading and testing equipment, and large bench tops allow students to assemble steel, copper, and PVC piping projects.

Recipe for Success

Start with a student with mechanical skills, creativity, and problem solving ability. Mix in physical flexibility and a desire to work in diverse job locations with a wide variety of materials, fixtures, and appliances to create a successful future plumber.

Career Highlights

With the increased complexity of modern plumbing and heating systems, the plumbing industry demands more technical expertise than ever before. What hasn’t changed are the opportunities for a lucrative career, based on the plumber’s skills, attitude, motivation and initiative. After sufficient experience, many Bristol-Plymouth graduates can be licensed plumbers with their own businesses.

Career Opportunities

• Residential plumbing
• Commercial plumbing
• Gas company
• Maintenance departments
• Plumbing suppliers
• Military
• Self employment

Plumbing Department