How To Become A Plumbing Apprentice Today

[@a.schweighardt]

Thank you for putting this information together. I'm changing career paths now at 30 and it took trying different avenues in my 20s to find out that I'm probably best suited for a career in the trades rather than a life behind a desk in an office.

[@ChuckBarron]

awesome....good luck

[@westwood3286]

I'm 31 almost,going tomorrow for an interview for an apprenticeship opportunity,currently 10 years in as a pharmacy tech and time for a change

[@SunW4rri0r]

I'm probably the same age as cb2. Your kids are lucky to have a such a cool dad. Thanks for another great vid CB1!

[@ChuckBarron]

awesome..thank you.

[@SoloFan87]

I’m 31 and gonna be 32 in 2 months and will be starting my apprenticeship soon love watching your video and proud to say that I’m an a plumbers apprentice and I’m working towards my journeyman and eventual master ship. A lot of videos including yours have been inspirational!!! Will be an apprentice in Dallas TX.

[@ChuckBarron]

awesome..these type messages inspire me to keep rolling...thank you and good luck.

[@ChuckBarron]

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[@ChuckBarron]

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[@D0nspaced]

Hey psilord87 how are you liking your apprenticeship so far? I'm the same age any info helps.

[@MaMa-qh4dy]

I love the great chemistry between you and your boys. It looks like they "understand" and admire you. You are one lucky and rightfully proud papa!

[@ChuckBarron]

we have fun..and thanks

[@kvn1459]

Chuck, thanks for taking your time and always posting great and informative videos. Your kids are very very lucky. It's difficult to find an apprenticeship.

[@ChuckBarron]

Thank You...Keep pushing Kvn. it will happen captain.

[@joeshmoe8912]

Thats some great info CB1. I love plumbing man. Im a 34 year old carpenter who got certified through PA in 2001 for carpentry. I own my own handyman/ construction business in Pittsburgh area now. But I wish I would have got plumbing certification instead. Ill tell you what CB2 and Angelo, you guys take this opportunity while you are young, even if its not what you end up doing for a full time career, it can be great money part time. Look at your dad, he is also a fireman. Best of wishes to all of you.

[@ChuckBarron]

Joe Shmoe....thanks brother...These young bucks can do whatever they want. So many options

[@chuckbarron6819]

Thanks joe - cb2

[@0earthwaterwind0]

Texas , graduating on the 18th of this month. Thank you for all the wisdom. It will Skyrocket my career

[@ChuckBarron]

Good Luck in all your endeavors! Get Er Done!

[@bowman893]

good info cb hopefully some young go getters will see this video and links and get started in this great trade.were from michigan and need apprentices,my son has another year of high school .im teaching him now.your sons remind me of my son

[@ChuckBarron]

good stuff...Angelo is a senior coming this year...good luck training. Its mental sometimes for sure

[@anthonys.5653]

Back in 2006-07 I took the Master Plumber's test for the state of New Jersey. I failed 2 out of 3 parts of the test, and this is after having 4 years of schooling in the National Standard Plumbing code in Bucks county,Pa. and having around 20 years of experience as a Master Plumber in the state of Pa. I took the Jersey test with many Plumbers who were taking it after multiple attempts to pass. I should of known the fix was in, when I passed on taking a $600.00 crash course right before the exam, as I felt I didn't need it because I already had 4 years of schooling for National Standard, and passed my Journeyman's in Bucks county that implemented National Standard back in the 90's. As it was told me from others who took the N.J. State Master Plumber's test...they frown upon out of staters coming into the state to get licensed, where Pa was always reciprocal Jersey Plumber's (except Philly). But it was always known here in Pa. that...getting a Master Plumbers license from New Jersey is like getting a bar of gold. It's one of the toughest Plumbing licenses to get in the country. I don't even want to get started on New Jersey's Plumbing board....they were tough as hell.

[@ChuckBarron]

ya gonna be a tough one. NJ a killer in all phases of life. lol

[@dannykeane6565]

My Dad always told us "Always have a trade to fall back on"

[@ChuckBarron]

yes! its here to stay!

[@patricksimone1238]

Cb2 and AB,you’re pops is hooking guys up with a boat load full of knowledge,very lucky guys.my father was the builder,my uncle Paul was the plumber and my uncle joe was the electrician all with there own business,when I was a kid I got passed around the three of them to work with,I decided to go into the building side of the trade,but I regret not getting that license for plumbing,it’s an awesome trade,chuck great vid bro

[@ChuckBarron]

Thanks Pat..Appreciate the good word.

[@benr.4158]

I’m 15 and live up in Bergen county only a freshman in highschool but been looking into being a plumber your vids are great

[@ChuckBarron]

Perk.....a great career. hit us up anytime...

[@bkok7]

I took the NJ Master Plumbers exam in 2012 and passed on my first attempt. I spent a lot of time studying and preparing for it. I didn't think it was that difficult, probably due to how much time and effort I put into preparing. So the more time you spend studying the easier it will be. Keep in mind the business law section is open book but you still need to study the book so you know where to find the answers in the allotted time, it seemed there were a lot of people who struggled with that section.

[@ChuckBarron]

ya is been may moon for me. I just had a friend fail it.

[@vasekanxavier1649]

I failed the plumbing exam 3 times. I just passed April 2023. Don’t give up

[@StephenJ117]

Right now I’m a plumbers assistant and have thought about getting into plumbing. Very helpful video!

[@ChuckBarron]

yes if you do it. get all the proper paper work for yourself. do not depend on contractors

[@StephenJ117]

Chuck Barron hey thanks! I already have my degree and am also a diesel mechanic in the Marine reserves but I really enjoy plumbing. Our local community college has an apprenticeship program which I believe they will pay for if you do it along with if you get a job. Thanks again!

[@brezzz0077]

School these young men up . Proud master plumbers.

[@ChuckBarron]

get er done !

[@armandomadrigal9793]

Good plans CB, hope your kids get all of their plumbing credentials, and even if they decide to pursue other careers, they will have plumbing to fall back on.

[@ChuckBarron]

No Doubt....hate for them to have to call me.....Big invoice be waiting lol

[@localtwelve1138]

God Bless you dad for preparing them for the real world. It wont be so funny. In the real world with no training. Great job Dad

[@ChuckBarron]

Thanks Local..Its mental at times but rewarding for sure.

[@bro_ham_0072]

I want to be a plumber. I’m not really into anything but blue collar jobs, like my parents want me to have a white collar one. I feel like why waste time in school when I can get money while I learn and have a job basically for life. I have been interested in blue collar jobs such as electrician, chef, and construction worker. I’ve been thinking about plumbing and actually heard that plumbing is actually a common job in my dads side of the family lol. I guess it runs in the jeans or something. I am too young to even get a job but I feel like this will be the plan. I also am interested in things like science and math so I think being good at these subjects would help me. Sadly there are no classes for plumbing in school but I am taking Spanish so that will help me big time when I get into the plumbing industry.

[@ChuckBarron]

follow your heart Jequivis...Both my sons are going to college and love plumbing. So I tell them take business courses and plumbing will come also. Maybe you can take vo-tech classes near you. I made the same decision you did 33 years ago. I was like college is not for me and plumbing is never gonna run out of work...good luck

[@murphylee50RS]

Wish I had someone that motivated to teach me! remind those guys they are lucky to have you@!

[@ChuckBarron]

appreciate that... you will lock in mike. No doubt. keep on pushing.

[@dehtzz]

i’m a senior now in Long Branch Nj, i’m thinking about going to a trade school for Plumbing but the only thing that is holding me back is the messy videos i see on the internet. Of course that’s only the con of it and there’s probably a bunch of pros that outrule it. Hope i can decide

[@ChuckBarron]

Do it. a great trade. or Hvac, electrician. all great. good luck young buck.

[@asmrjayc6899]

My dad is also a plumber , but he doesn’t get paid as much as regular plumbers so I promise that I’ll get my ged become a plumber get Licensed and be a better version of my dad save up to 25k move to Tokyo and live there wish me luck on my crazy adventure

[@ChuckBarron]

oh yes...good luck R6. you have a plan. thats good.

[@Mitch81596]

No plumbing or construction apprenticeships available in NYC. I'm 24 years old with a 7 month old working a dead end part time security job and I have my OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 :(

[@ChuckBarron]

cross the bridge..

[@brianrichman3125]

just stayed in Ocean City last week and had Palermo plumbing 3 places down,I kept yelling you suck,Chucky B kicks ass.

[@ChuckBarron]

thats awesome! lets get it up...bringing the boys over..lol

[@brianrichman3125]

do you do work in oc?

[@ChuckBarron]

occasionally I do for sure.

[@ChuckBarron]

lets set up camp outside palermo and make a vid of plumb gods.....I bring BR1

[@brianrichman3125]

LOL,if I could Iwould. I went to the university of UPS after high school. 23yrs so far! I have learned a bunch from your videos so far,keep em coming CB!

[@PlumberFountainHillsAZ]

Thank you for posting this video

[@ChuckBarron]

yes plumber....get er done.

[@atomichockey]

Cb2. You better respect that man and what he’s doing for you and your brother (which I know you do) or you will most certainly regret it

[@ChuckBarron]

CB2......wake up son its only 3:37 am.....

[@chuckbarron6819]

Always always

[@christianrocha7658]

Is a driver’s license mandatory in order to become an apprentice

[@ChuckBarron]

Sure..you need to drive vans ect. short term ok but long term you should lock it in.

[@rocketrider1405]

Is there a possible bottleneck, for ex., what happens if you can't find a qualified plumber to take you on as an apprentice ... And, how do you know if your trainer can expose you to all the aspects of plumbing that you will need to know for your exam(s) ?

[@ChuckBarron]

it takes years to learn all this stuff and I actually worked for 3-4 different plumbers during my days and learned all different phases form new construction to doing sewer work. You will for surely run into The good, the bad and the ugly bosses too...but in the end you need to study the code book.

[@SelfMadeHundredaire]

@@ChuckBarron Thank you for this great video 👍 I'm 38 and want to shift careers (I'm a lawyer in NYC right now). My grandfather was a plumber and I'd really like to follow in his footsteps. I'm no stranger to hard work or studying, very used to good & bad bosses, and I'm in a position financially to do an apprenticeship. I'm wondering if the steps to become an apprentice are similar in NYC. Do I need to apply to the Union first? Any advice you can offer would be appreciated. Thank you, Sir, in advance.

[@dewaltpropicture9909]

CB2 when your Dad says: Good Morning Plumbers,as you all know we do everyday plumbing, the bad,The Good and The Ugly. Please don’t interrupt him. I need to hear that every day. Thats exactly what i tell my helper every morning but instead i say. We do everyday work, 😂😂😂😂😂😂 you guys are the best👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ChuckBarron]

good stuff.....CB2 you up yet....cmon

[@evanjames706]

If either of you boys could go back to your early days of being a apprentice and change one thing about yourselves, what would it be?

[@ChuckBarron]

CB2? AB? you care to answer? For me Its all going as planned. I wish they started younger....the earlier the better.

[@evanjames706]

Yea I’m 29 and just getting into the field but have about 6 years construction experience when I was in high school. Worked at a different field for the last 7. So I’m happy to get back into a skilled trade. Better late than never.

[@ChuckBarron]

dude your construction background will be a great start for sure. No doubt.

[@shortformtrends]

Wow, amazing value! Keep up the great content! Question; I have a friend that works for an old fashioned, luddite NJ licensed plumber. Does he need to have some sort of registration/license to perform plumbing work under the owner's license, or just be a registered emoloyee for the entity that was created by the owner/license holder? I should note, he does want to obtain a license but he has no help with his employer. He also doesn't want to create any extra work, stress, or liabilities for the owner's.

[@ChuckBarron]

appreciate that...All the links are in script below. What level is your friend? You can also reach out to state via link below. they are very helpful.

[@HuntOtt]

Looking to get into this great trade, can anyone tell me how to get started in Michigan.

[@ChuckBarron]

Look into state master plumbers requirements for starts all while banging on doors for a job....do it.

[@TheMassRanting]

hey chuck as a collector of work shirts i would love to buy and rep one of your shirts in mass im a 2nd year apprentice and ive learned a lot by watching your videos

[@ChuckBarron]

I am in the process of tee shirts.....Its on and you all will know when available. I really appreciate the support....Thanks and Plumb On Plumber!

[@PASKI502]

Hay man are you still around? I need a plumber

[@9770G]

i just graduted from college with a 4 year degree in business last may. if i wanted to become a plumber i was told it doesnt take as long to become one if u have a 4 year degree. is this true? or would i have to go through the whole process just like anyone else?

[@ChuckBarron]

yes sir.

[@vikviper449]

Hey CB1, if your kids have to go to school to earn their apprenticeship, does their work for you have any value towards becoming a journeyman?

[@ChuckBarron]

yes in jersey you have to have 4 years apprentice schooling, 1 year of apprentice work, 1 year journeyman and this would allow you to take state test to become licensed plumber.

[@jeffcoolhd]

I have a question for CB2 when you're on the job with CB-1 does he buy you lunch

[@ChuckBarron]

CB2?????? where are you?

[@chuckbarron6819]

Most of the days he treats me well... i get him with breakfast here and there tho.. atleast try to- cb2

[@ericktwelve11]

Chuck, can Canadian citizen participate into the apprenticeship plumbing program?

[@ChuckBarron]

Not sure but I would think yes.

[@ericktwelve11]

@@ChuckBarron Thank you Chuck, I'll keep searching

[@juarezmusicmix2792]

Do I need an experience to start working as apprenticeship? I been looking for an apprenticeship job but most of the company ask me for a year of experience. ): by the way I live in nj

[@ChuckBarron]

tell them I ready to work...keep banging on doors brother....what part of NJ?

[@juarezmusicmix2792]

@@ChuckBarron I love I’m Morris county . And yes I’m not gonna stop until I get that job

[@BatuhanEraslan]

How did you make it out dude?

[@michallodziana2028]

How many journeymen do you have working for you? The state calls for 1 MP and 4 journeymen for 2 apprentices. My company has 3 MP's, 4 journeymen and 3 apprentices and the state is still giving us trouble claiming that there is a "ratio issue"

[@ChuckBarron]

Its me alone...my two sons part time. I am a full time fireman and I been through the having guys work for me while in station. That was not the best situation for me. I have 4.5 years left on FD job and then its full blown plumbing biz. Im looking forward to it.

[@michallodziana2028]

Chuck Barron Very cool 👌I officially started my plumbing career back in July. Just make sure that your sons eventually register with the state - I would hate to hear that they are not being allowed to take the MP exam x years from now due to not being registered

[@mariusm3595]

Chuck i am a journeyman plumber in NY . I want to move to NJ and become MLP. Do i have to start over ?

[@ChuckBarron]

Marius, Im not sure....you should reach out to state agency and ask them. good question.

[@samabdelhadi3037]

Im 24 and I want to start out plumbing. But do I really need to get into a trade school or college to do so or can i just apply to an open shop and get hired and trained that way.

[@crispyc31]

Hey CB Good info. I dont have any family now that does plumbing so how do i start to be a Apprenticeship to a Journeyman. I get alot of rundown about i have to work for a plumber.

[@ChuckBarron]

ya basically you gotta lock into a company and get er rolling.

[@crispyc31]

Chuck Barron Thanks CB that will be a tough one to do will keep trying

[@Subscribers-gj6oy]

Hey Chuck, I am highly interested in becoming a plumber. This will be my last year of high school and I have one big issue. My family was definitely not born with wealth, and I am working as much as I can as a senior. The main issue I have is not having a car. I don't think I will be able to afford to buy a car for a long time. I was wondering if this will be in a issue for a apprenticeship. Thank you very much.

[@ChuckBarron]

Sounds good 100. A valid drivers license is key. So check with your local guys to you for work. Good luck. Where ya from?

[@Subscribers-gj6oy]

Chuck Barron I am from the southeast part of Wisconsin.

[@ChuckBarron]

cool. good luck and Im sure you will score. plumbing is here for life.

[@youngmingo103]

Went to a trade school for plumbing and i am now currently looking for work as a beginner. Any tips and ideas on how to start ? Or anybody mind sharing their stories ? I applied to few on indeed and dont get called back

[@ChuckBarron]

Keep pounding them apps.

[@adonisbleach4212]

Do i have to take a test before applying for appretencship?? I basically dont know anything about plumbing

[@ChuckBarron]

No...be hungry and go for it.

[@HarrisWaterandSewer]

Good one!

[@vinrod34]

Awesome!!

[@ChuckBarron]

Ya Man...Get er done!

[@0earthwaterwind0]

The videos you have shown teach me more than my 3 semesters in trade school. I should be paying you.

[@ChuckBarron]

Judo, where ya from plumber?

[@kikibellebubba1248]

I wonder if cb2 has his own KZbin channel?

[@ChuckBarron]

No KZbin Channel for CB2 yet.....ha

[@chuckbarron6819]

Haha no time to edit right now maybe down the road - cb2

[@Hustlerfrr]

Hello my name is Benjamin and I graduated this year from high school and I like to be come a plumber please I need help from you? I like Lancaster PA please please

[@ChuckBarron]

Go ahead shoot! what ya need benjamin? I went to milton Hershey school many moons ago....kind of close to ya.

[@RIVEXNGLE]

I wish the 130 in Chicago would take me.

[@ChuckBarron]

keep banging on their door plumber

[@blacksperm9833]

I'm 15 and want to be a plumber. What should I do?

[@ChuckBarron]

Talk to your hight school first. Maybe a votech near you and perhaps a summer part time job

[@josephugo2993]

You guys still hiring?

[@ChuckBarron]

always looking for the next star my friend.

[@Lucky-lh9js]

Hey there! Thank you so much for your video! What is your opinion about going through an apprenticeship with a union? Also, what impact can plumbers have on the Newark lead water crisis?

[@ChuckBarron]

do it. a great way to go through and learn. Plumbers moving forward using right gear will help lead problem for sure.

[@Lucky-lh9js]

@@ChuckBarron Thank you!!

[@josejohnson323]

Okay so where do I start ? Vocational school then apprentice or just go apprentice ? I don’t have any experience

[@ChuckBarron]

Jose, start by banging on plumbing company doors looking for a start. Next check into local vocation schools for plumbing apprentice programs....you can do both at the same time. Apply local plumbers union too...The offer both I'm sure. Even large complex's, high rises always need help....good luck

[@IslandbreezeMechanical]

Learn a trade and always make money

[@ChuckBarron]

working every day since I was 18. Great point Rj

[@mikev.1034]

👍👍

[@ChuckBarron]

Just became a certified mentor in the state of New Jersey. We legit for good ole State of NJ paper work for apprentices and Journeyman.

[@alextforever8496]

Firstly CB2 u have the cutest chuckle. CB1 your a great Pa helping your boys and passing on your knowledge. 😎💦🔧

[@ChuckBarron]

Thank You...CB2 where are you?

[@chuckbarron6819]

I try my best to lol - cb2

[@sukhchainsinghprincemehidw3794]

Sir please get me in your country and trained me and give me job please i passed my ITI in plumber I am from india

[@ChuckBarron]

get er done plumber.

[@jamessimon2002]

Four years to late.

[@ChuckBarron]

Noooooooooooooooo! Ha!!

[@koalaxon]

Make money!

[@ChuckBarron]

Yes! Yes!

[@maga3677]

ITS YO BOY MAGA!

[@ChuckBarron]

Maga!!! In Da House!!! Elliot In Da House!!

[@ratcket11]

“What is the goal of being a plumber?” “Make money” “And” “Be a God” “And” “Make money” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ChuckBarron]

lol....They getting it.

[@PlumberFountainHillsAZ]

Thank you for posting this video

[@ChuckBarron]

appreciate that.

[@PlumberFountainHillsAZ]

Thank you for posting this video

[@ChuckBarron]

We trying to do it right over here. Paper work is key for future test taking ect.

[@PlumberFountainHillsAZ]

Thank you for posting this video

[@ChuckBarron]

thank you.