Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in Connecticut

Wages, programs & career outlook

Sheet metal workers fabricate and install the ductwork, gutters, metal roofing, and specialty panels used in HVAC and architectural applications. Expect shop fabrication, field installation, and a mix of hand tools, power shears, and CNC cutting equipment.

CT Median Salary
$62,360/yr
+2% vs. national
National Median
$60,850/yr
CT Employment
1,120
Sheet Metal Workers employed
CT Sponsors
16
Registered programs
Training Term
4.0 yrs
Time-Based
Job Growth
2.4%
2024–2034 projected
Annual Openings
10,600
Nationally, per yr

Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in Connecticut: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered sheet metal worker apprenticeship in Connecticut combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Programs typically run 4.0 years and follow a time-based structure. You earn wages from day one — apprentices are employees, not students.

Connecticut pay vs. national

Median sheet metal worker wages in Connecticut are $62,360/year, +2% above the national median of $60,850. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

Connecticut has 16 registered apprenticeship sponsors for sheet metal worker listed in the U.S. Department of Labor's apprenticeship.gov directory. The sponsor list further down includes joint labor-management programs (JATCs), individual employers, and contractor associations.

Job-market outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2.4% job growth for sheet metal workers nationally between 2024 and 2034, with approximately 10,600 annual openings each year (replacement plus growth combined). Apprenticeship demand tends to track local construction and infrastructure spending — Connecticut-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

Connecticut Wage Spread

Annual wages for Sheet Metal Workers in Connecticut across all experience levels.

10th pct
$37,630
Median
$62,360
90th pct
$83,120
Middle 50% of workers earn $47,690$78,420

Current Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Openings in Connecticut

No sheet metal worker apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for Connecticut. The sponsors listed below accept applications on a rolling basis — contact them directly. Consider setting up an alert on apprenticeship.gov to be notified when new listings are posted.

Listings aggregated from apprenticeship.gov (US Dept. of Labor). Data refreshed daily.

Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Sponsors in Connecticut

16 sheet metal worker-related registered sponsors identified in the DOL ApprenticeshipUSA directory for Connecticut. Directory lists sponsor names only — contact each organization directly to confirm current sheet metal worker apprenticeship openings.

Organization City County
Custom Sheet Metal, LLC Bethany
Ductco, LLC Bloomfield
Eastern Ducts LLC dba Kennedy Sheet Metal Bozrah
Soyka Sheetmetal, LLC Bristol
Stauffer Sheet Metal, LLC Broadbrook
Atlantic Ventilating & Equipment Co. Inc. Cromwell
Clemson Sheet Metal, LLC Ellington
NorthEastern Sheet Metal Co., Inc. Enfield
East Coast Sheet Metal LLC Litchfield
Advanced Sheet Metal Associates, LLC Middlefield
Columbia Sheet Metal North Windham
Windham County Sheet Metal, Inc. Quinebaug
Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #40 JATC Rocky Hill
Thomaston Metalworks LLC Thomaston
Windsor Sheet Metal Services Inc. Windsor Locks
DC Sheetmetal, LLC Yantic
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Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in Connecticut

Program availability in Connecticut is moderate: 16 Sheet Metal Worker-related sponsors in our directory. Candidates in major cities will find multiple options; those in smaller markets may need to commute or relocate within the state.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Sheet Metal Workers make in Connecticut?
The median annual wage for Sheet Metal Workers in Connecticut is $62,360 as of May 2024. Wages range from $37,630 at the 10th percentile to $83,120 at the 90th percentile.
What is the length of a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship program?
The standard Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship is 4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom education. Some programs offer accelerated paths for candidates with prior experience.
What's the difference between a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship and trade school?
An apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn over 4 years with no tuition cost. Trade school is faster (6–24 months) but costs money upfront. Both can lead to the same journeyman credential.
Where can I apply for a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in Connecticut?
Contact one of the 16 Sheet Metal Worker-adjacent registered sponsors in Connecticut (listed below), or search apprenticeship.gov for current openings. Local union halls, community colleges, and the state apprenticeship agency are good first stops.
How much do Sheet Metal Worker apprentices earn?
Apprentices are paid employees from the start. In Connecticut, a first-year Sheet Metal Worker apprentice might earn around $31,180/yr (roughly half the $62,360 journeyman median), with scheduled raises throughout the 4-year program.

Prefer Trade School Instead?

Apprenticeships pay from day one, but the classroom-first path may fit better for some. Sheet Metal Workers also train through trade school programs — shorter timeline, more upfront cost.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.