How tot become a plumber in Colorado

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HOW TO BECOME A PLUMBER IN COLORADO
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A GUIDE ON PLUMBING IN COLORADO

• According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics,
  there are approximately 10,440 plumbers in
  Colorado currently. Colorado is the 8th most
  extensive state in the United States of America.
  Colorado has a diversified economy with heavy
  concentration on high-technology industries. As
  of 2008, the state ranked 20th in USA in terms of
  its economy. Colorado has been one of the top
  states for business. However, with an increase
  in temperatures and a decrease in water levels,
  it has been projected that Colorado will be
  affected by climate change. This video explores
  the career prospects of a plumber and offers a
  detailed guide on how to become a plumber in
  Colorado.

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JOB OUTLOOK

• 3.9 out of every 1000 people are engaged in this
  occupation. On an average, plumbers are paid
  26.14 every hour in Colorado. The average annual
  salary of a plumber in this state is 54,380.
  Wages extend from 50,002 to On an average, the
  hourly salary of an apprentice plumber is 18.32,
  that of a residential plumber is 22.95, that of
  a journeyman plumber is 28.64 and that of a
  master plumber is 30.93. After gaining close to
  10 years of experience, a plumber in Colorado can
  earn as much as 32.37 an hour. The top 3 cities
  in Colorado in terms of highest wages for
  plumbers are Denver, Westminster and Fort
  Collins.

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WHAT INSURANCE IS REQUIRED FOR PLUMBERS IN
COLORADO

• Contractors in Colorado are required to show
  proof of a minimum level of liability insurance.
  The coverage amount varies depending on a lot of
  factors. Most areas in Colorado require plumbers
  to have a general liability policy with at least
  100,000 coverage to get a license. The different
  counties in the state require different levels of
  insurance with some coverage going up to 2
  million. The Colorado state law also requires
  plumbers to have Workers Compensation Insurance
  if they have employees and a Commercial Auto
  Insurance if they have own vehicles used for
  commercial purposes.

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HOW TO BECOME A PLUMBER IN COLORADO

• Must be 18 years of age or above
• Must have a high School or GED Certificate
• College Degree or Vocational Courses (Optional)
• Must have work experience as an apprentice
  plumber
• Must pass the Licensing Tests
• Provided next is a step by step guide on how to
  become a plumber in Colorado.

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HOW TO BECOME AN APPRENTICE PLUMBER IN COLORADO

• It is mandatory to join an apprentice plumbing
  program in order to get a plumbing license.
  Apprentices work under the direct supervision of
  a master plumber and learn about various aspects
  related to plumbing. An apprentice must register
  with the Colorado Department of Regulatory
  Agencies within 30 days of taking a plumbing job.
  The registration fee is 30.

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HOW TO BECOME A LICENSED PLUMBER IN COLORADO

• Licenses are issued by the Colorado State
  Plumbing Board. There are 3 kinds of plumbing
  licenses in Colorado
• Residential Plumber License
• Journeyman Plumber License
• Master Plumber License
• Candidates applying for residential and
  journeyman licenses need a score of 70 to pass
  the exam and master plumbers need a score of 75.
• Plumbing licenses in Colorado expire on the 28th
  of February of odd years. Licenses can be renewed
  up to 6 weeks prior to the licenses expiration
  date.

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How to become a residential plumber in Colorado

• The license fee is 100. A residential plumber
  can perform plumbing jobs like repairs and
  installations at residential sites. The license
  requirements are
• Two years (or 3,400 hours) of plumbing work
  experience under a master plumber
• United States citizenship
• Valid Social Security number

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How to become a journeyman plumber in Colorado

• The license fee for a journeyman plumber is 120.
  A journeyman plumber can perform a range of
  plumbing tasks at residential as well as
  commercial sites. The requirements are as
  follows
• 4 years (or 6,800 hours) of plumbing experience
• Must be approved to sit for a journeyman plumber
  examination
• Submit an Affidavit of Eligibility
• United States citizenship
• Valid Social Security number

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How to become a master plumber in Colorado

• In addition to performing residential and
  commercial plumbing jobs, master plumbers can
  also supervise and direct apprentice plumbers. A
  fee of 140 must be paid for the license. The
  requirements are
• 5 years (or 9,780 hours) of plumbing experience
• Submit an Affidavit of Eligibility
• United States citizenship
• Valid Social Security number

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PLUMBING SCHOOLS IN COLORADO

• Vocational courses in plumbing are offered by a
  number of trade schools situated in various parts
  of Colorado. These courses equip plumbers with
  theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills
  that help them gain employment in the field of
  plumbing. The next section will list out a few
  plumbing schools in some of the largest cities of
  Colorado i.e. Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora.

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BEST PLUMBING SCHOOLS IN DENVER

• Denver is the capital of Colorado. It is also
  the capital of the state. In 2016, Denver was
  recognised as the best city to live in the United
  States by the US News and World Report.
• Emily Griffith Technical College, Denver- offers
  an apprentice training program that lasts for 5
  years. This is an on-the-job training that also
  involves theoretical coursework. It helps
  plumbers gain sufficient experience.
• Construction Industry of Colorado Training
  Council offers a 4-year apprenticeship program
  where plumbers learn a range of topics.

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BEST PLUMBING SCHOOLS IN COLORADO SPRINGS

• Colorado Springs is the largest city in Colorado
  in terms of area. The city has been experiencing
  a growth in the service sectors and a fall in the
  unemployment rate.
• UA Local Joint Apprenticeship and Training
  Committee, Colorado Springs offers a 5-year
  training program. The curriculum covers various
  topics. Along with abundant knowledge, students
  graduate with certificates and the necessary
  license. The program comprises of classroom and
  on-the-job training.
• Pipes Peak Community College, Colorado Springs
  offers a certificate course in plumbing. It is a
  self-paced course that teaches everything that
  could ultimately helps plumbers to gain
  employment in the construction trade.

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BEST PLUMBING SCHOOLS IN AURORA

• Aurora is a municipality in Colorado. It is the
  third most populous area in the state. Aurora is
  one of the healthiest places to live in the
  nation because it offers a relatively
  affordability in comparison to wages.
• Pickens Technical College, Aurora offers a
  vocational course of construction and development
  in Aurora. It is a multi-faceted program where
  students gain knowledge on several topics. The
  coursework is a blend of classroom and hands-on
  training. 
• Plumbers Local 3, Aurora it is a union that
  offers a number of joint training and
  apprenticeship programs. These courses prepare
  plumbers to gain instant employment in this
  field.

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• Plumbers have been reported saying that one of
  the impacts of Covid-19 on the plumbing business
  is that it has brought in a new angle. Serving
  the customers continues to be the first priority,
  but plumbers now have an added responsibility to
  ensure safety. They must maintain safety and obey
  the protocols while dealing with the customers
  and even their own employees. A lot of
  environmental precautions have been taken.

There has also been a significant increase in
call volumes. With the quarantine norms in
practice, plumbers have also had to offer virtual
diagnosis for issues that can be easily fixed.
This has definitely added a new facet to
plumbers lives. There is a certain amount of
uncertainty when it comes to employment but given
the importance and the rising demand for plumbers
even amidst a pandemic it can be said that the
scope for this profession will continue to grow.
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