Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in Maryland

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.

MD Median Salary
$61,630/yr
+1% vs. national
National Median
$60,850/yr
MD Employment
2,230
Sheet Metal Workers employed
MD Sponsors
7
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 Maryland: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered sheet metal worker apprenticeship in Maryland 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.

Maryland pay vs. national

Median sheet metal worker wages in Maryland are $61,630/year, +1% above the national median of $60,850. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

Maryland has 7 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 — Maryland-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

Maryland Wage Spread

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

10th pct
$45,400
Median
$61,630
90th pct
$88,020
Middle 50% of workers earn $50,140$74,600

Current Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship Openings in Maryland

No sheet metal worker apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for Maryland. 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 Maryland

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

Organization City County
BALTIMORE SHEET METAL WORKERS JATC LOCAL UNION NO. 100 Baltimore
Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 100 - Baltimore Baltimore Baltimore City County
SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL NO. 100 CUMBERLAND AREA JATC Cumberland
Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 100, Cumberland Area JATC Cumberland Allegany County
SHEET METAL WORKERS, LOCAL 100 WASHINGTON D. C. Suitland
Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 100 - Washington D.C. Suitland Prince George'S County
General Sheet Metal & Mechanical, LLC Upper Marlboro
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Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship in Maryland

With 7 trade-specific sponsors in our directory, Maryland's Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship landscape is limited. Candidates should also consider nearby states or contact national union offices for referrals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Sheet Metal Worker salary in Maryland?
The BLS reports a median wage of $61,630/yr for Sheet Metal Workers in Maryland (May 2024 data). Experience, union membership, and specialization all affect where you fall in the range.
How long is a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship?
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?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Sheet Metal Workers, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
Where can I apply for a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship in Maryland?
Our directory surfaces 7 Sheet Metal Worker-related registered sponsors in Maryland. Start with your local trade union hall, joint apprenticeship committee (JAC), or state apprenticeship agency. You can also search apprenticeship.gov by occupation and ZIP.
Do Sheet Metal Worker apprentices get paid during training?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40–60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $30,815/yr in Maryland). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the 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.