25 and started my apprenticeship on july 15th. I left a laboring position making between 60k-70k a year.... but it was not a career. I bit the bullet and took a position that is less than half what I was making. All because I knew I need a career not a job. If anyone else is in the same boat, it's ok to start over and work your way back up again. Good luck to all those starting their career in the plumbing industry. I currently live alone with my dog but I know in the long run, that future house, future new vehicle, and future life will be worth it.

Plumbing maybe a hard job but what’s even harder is not being able to support yourself or your family. I will get down and dirty for a better future

I became a plumbing apprentice at 31 in Houston Texas. I have good days and I have bad days but overall I come home feeling accomplished.

Hey y’all, 16 and in tradeschool to be a plumber/pipefitter, I took the initiative to look at where everyone else was going and I just went the opposite way. Proud to be learning this intuitive trade. God bless all of you!

I'm a 38 year old woman who has spent my entire life trapped behind a desk in an office job and I am eager to start an apprenticeship in the trades and work with my brain AND my hands. I'm a bit worried that it's "too late"' but I think it might be worth it!

I’m 21 and have been doing retail and sales for 2-3 years now. I saw a plumbing apprentice job listing on indeed and got curious. I’ve always been curious about doing a trade/manual labor job because once I get into doing manual labor, I do enjoy it. I’ll definitely be watching more from this channel to see if plumbing is something I should look into! All I know is I want a good career that isn’t a desk job. It’s too boring to sit on your butt all day haha!

I didnt notice you made a playlist on how to become a plumber, Im about to binge watch that and take notes. Great intro and info by the way!

As a 29 year old woman I started as an apprentice at the end of this May. It feels great to finally know what I want to work with and I learn new things everyday. I have no experience whatsoever in this business so it's hell of a ride with a lot of information. But it's really fun!

I'm 25 and started my apprenticeship with the local 68 this year. I'm officially going to work this upcoming Monday. I'm extremely nervous since I've never done any work like this before, but I'm also anxious as hell to learn the craft. Wish me luck and thanks for spreading some knowledge.

16 years commercial plumbing/pipefitting. Hands down my favorite part of my job is piping or re-piping large mechanical rooms.

Im 25 gonna be 26.. felt like i had no idea what i was doing or headed. Got offered a plumber apprenticeship opportunity and am excited to learn something that will always be needed to help people and service them. Thanks for the video boss man.

Hi Roger. I’m getting out of the military after a 20 years, and I want to start a new career in plumbing. It’s right my alley. My job in the Coast Guard, dealt with numerous plumbing projects and I loved it.

37 and I’m 6 weeks into my apprenticeship! I absolutely love how challenging it is!💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

I'm 36. I made a whole bunch of fails in life thinking I was "too good" (and even "not smart enough") to do this kind of work. I am a residential maintenance man in Ohio. My state doesn't require me to be licensed, but I have so much to learn. This channel is a godsend. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

I'm 19 and one month into my commercial plumbing apprenticeship. I've used this first month just to get a good feel for it and see if this is something I'd really like to do. I've loved it so far now I'm really gonna step up and be in the zone.

28 years old, starting my first day as a pre-apprentice plumber today. I got here watching your videos Roger, keep them up! 😊

I’m 21 and I’m staring my apprenticeship next two weeks . . I’m gonna hustle hard to be a master just like you

I love your videos! Thank you soo much for posting these! I’m a first year apprentice, 7 months in...I love it..but being a female is tough because I have to work harder than my male peers to prove I’m an equal. Your videos help teach me more, so I stay on top of things. I can’t wait to see what the future holds! I love my new career, and I started at 37 years old! Haha

Starting my plumbing job today! This really motivated me so thank you!

I’m 27 years old and I’m thinking about becoming a plumber. Not gonna lie, I’m thinking about the paycheck more than the actual job, which is probably the wrong approach. I’m gonna watch more of this guy’s videos to see if I’m really intrigued

As a plumber the best advice i could give is have a change of clothes, keep your mouth shut and don't eat lunch with your hand.

I’m 22 and I’ve been a plumbing apprentice for 6 months. It was the best decision I’ve made thus far.

Been a commercial apprentice for 2 & a half months. Everything you said is so accurate to my experience thus far and I hope any future people starting this career watches this in their first week or before starting

I’m a CDL driver, tired of the road and ready for something that I can use as an outlet for my creativity and I’ve always been fascinated by pipes and getting water from point A to point B. I’m great with my hands and I’m a master problem solver. I feel like I could really excel in an industry like Plumbing and I’m going for my apprenticeship next week. Up here in Oregon as well as many other places, there’s a high demand for labor since nobody wants to work, and a company here is offering apprenticeships starting at $20/h with ten steps, the final step ending at about $50/h. The way I see it, if you’re looking to get into a new trade, there couldn’t be a better time than now to start. I’m looking forward to exploring and absorbing the rest of your content. I also think it’s interesting that I found this specific video, while halfway across the country, when Austin, Texas is my home. Cheers

I’m applying myself for my apprenticeship. Aiming for Master plumber. I just graduated trade school for HVAC and I’m EPA certified. I’ve been working as a plumber while going to school.This guy helped me a lot so far understanding a lil better of what I’m working on. Very helpful when your in a pinch

I am starting an apprenticeship in the next two weeks. I'm 24. I wish I would of done it years ago. I have been a machinist for the past 5 years and I'm just done with it. I want something more engaging and something that truly makes a difference. I love utilities and plumbing is really intriguing me. Thanks for the tips. I know I'll love doing this already.

"We get paid to play in the mud". Me: LMAO "mud"... Riiiiight.

I'm 18. Start my apprentice tomorrow and haven't done an ounce of work remotely close to this. Wish me luck

I am 35 and just started apprenticeship in plumbing and heating. I love it and if your in Alaska call Boiler man. They are the best. Super knowledgeable and beautiful work. I have been in the construction field since I was 13 and I hold 3 journeymen qualifications and I wish I would have learned it first. I am so happy with plumbing. Here in Alaska we don't plunge toilets lol or pump septics lmfao. Lol 8 hours hahaha we work 5-10s. Lower 48 is so lazy. I am taking your advice on studying now for journeymen test. Thank you for your tips, I am subscribing

I know this is an old post but I start my apprenticeship in 5 days and I’m very excited and nervous! I’ll be watching all of your videos to be as successful as possible

I started plumbing at 15. At 19, I’ve left the trade and went to college. Any job has it’s up and downs. Great trade to know. Hardest part for me was the customers.

I have been plumbing in knoxville tn for 25 yrs. I like every word you tell everyone. Thank you. I have fwd your videos to my apprentices

I've been a real estate agent the last 2 years, and have found it really difficult to find clients that don't bail on you at the last minute. I didn't make much money at all over 2 years, about $14,000 total. I'm looking to get into something where I have a guaranteed paycheck. I heard plumbers can make good money and I like working with my hands. It's always nerve racking jumping into a new career, but I think I'm going to give it a try. I will probably start by buying that book.

I’m becoming a plumbing apprentice this is my second year in and my mentor Mike said you’re the best plumber. You have been so inspiring we have a plumbing company here in San Antonio Texas and I have been getting hands on field experience it’s been a journey but I love learning I feel like it’s clicking more and more now. Thank you Roger for all your plumbing wisdom!

Just sent an apprentice application at my local union. I have a small exam as part of my application Sept 22 2022. Seeing where life takes Me

I'm still a pre-apprentice and they haven't accepted me as a full apprentice but thank you for making this video. I needed to hear it.

I just turned 18 years old and I'm just starting my heating and maintenance course im so excited to get into the plumbing scene as my father has 35 years+ in the job and I can't wait to take over and be like him!

Left my sales and customer service rep job to learn a new trade in plumbing... was offered a plumbing apprenticeship and I start on Tuesday the 25th.. I hope and pray that I can be the plumber that you are one day and I will make sure I take advantage of any opportunities that come my way 🤞🏾

MID 30s- Was comfortably successful and Covid devastated my career path. Asked my buddy that I dropped out of highschool with for a plumbing sponsorship (he started his 8 years ago and is a union Forman now) I start in January.

Thank you. I been a pre apprentice for almost a year now. I’m about to get my apprenticeship and always looking to improve!

I’m 19 & I just had my online interview for a plumbing apprenticeship yesterday, I’ll be getting the results in two weeks on how I did & I’ll have to wait for a company to pick me up if I passed the Interview. Really hope I made the cut & looking forward to it!

I'm 32 and just got in with a company as a helper. Loving it

My dad had a very successful plumbing shop in SoCalif, new construction only, mostly tract homes....1,000's and 1,000's of them. I worked summers while in grade school. At 20 yrs old, second year apprentice, I was running jobs. 99% of what I learned was on the job working with older, experienced guys. I did custom houses on the side (by myself) on weekends. Went into business for myself in 2008.....it's been very good to me..... financially independent...been semi-retired at 58.

I’m a senior in high school right now. I can’t wait to start my plumbing career.

I'm a 27 year old woman who's debating switching from my desk job to working with my hands again. I love my desk job, but really miss the good old days of coming home covered in sweat and grime - knowing that I had worked a full day. Your channel is helping me get a feel for what to expect, thank you so much!

Wow. I’m not looking to be a plumber but you just added SO MUCH VALUE!!! by teaching us how you used the study guide! Brilliant!

Just started a new job 2 months ago as a first septic driver with a plumbing company. Everyone says they learned plumbing in a year. I'm gonna learn everything in 6 months.

Im 32 years old, Been a barber ten years but want to be a plumber so i can do better in life. Ive signed up for a course and start next year, hoping i do well :) I want to work in rural irrigation one day helping water to get to homes and crops.

I’ll be 30 in march 2022 I have a desk job that I worked my way up to, I had handyman jobs prior to my current job and I have recently found out I am not happy. Getting dirty and making actual money is what I really loved. Im hoping I get a shot with this nation wide company as an apprentice plumber, thank you for this video, the comment section was very motivating making me feel like my age didn’t matter. Send me prayers thanks 🙏🏽🙂

I work in plumbing supply! Meaning, a major supply warehouse. And these are good tips for EVERYONE! Not just the trades! Thank you Roger!

I work for a big plumping company and I live in New Jersey. After 12 weeks of training they get us out on the road by ourselves. Your thrown to the wolves and yes I’ve made some mistakes but I find that I will get to a lot of jobs that other companies get too and they couldn’t fix the I problem and I was there in my first year solving these issues. I don’t think it’s the most fair thing to the customers but I guess it’s a good business model for the company’s revenue. After a few years there’s rarely something I can’t do but I have a whole fleet of very experienced plumbers behind me the biggest thing I’ve learned when I was new to plumbing was think long and hard before you start tearing things down and really think it through. Also we charge flat rates so customers didn’t have to pay extra for a newer guy to take a little longer. I can’t say it’s the most moral way to get experience but I’m very grateful for the opportunity making a full plumbers wage in the first year and then increasing commission rates, also building such a great resume so fast

Started my apprenticeship a week ago at the age of 22. I'm loving it. I think I've found my huckleberry for what I want to do day an night. 🤙

28 and I’ve been in a lot of fields from policing to remodeling. Now a plumbers apprentice for about 2 months and already know this is where I belong. Hope everyone the best. Be safe and work hard.

I'm not trying to be a plumber. I just want to know as much as I can about my house so when I do need to fix something I won't be starting from zero. So glad I found your channel. Thank you for the knowledge.

I'm 24 and going to be starting as a helper next week. Excited and nervous at the same time.

I’m 28 and I’m 2 years through my plumbing apprenticeship, it’s great seeing these videos thanks very much

Am 17 and I have no idea what I wanna be when I finish high school..... but I think I’ll go to a plumbing school instead of college.

I’m a 5 year plumbing apprentice in Wisconsin. Wisconsin is a very large union state. All the industrial and commercial jobs are worked by union contractors. Don’t have to be in the union, but you’re much more limited to the work you do. Mostly residential construction and residential remodel jobs. It’s a great state to be a plumber in. I have noticed the pay in much higher in the upper Midwest state’s, the upper east coast states, and the two PNW states in Oregon and Washington, then the southern states and southwest states. I spend my first three years in the plumbing trade working in Denver and Phoenix. Most of the guys running jobs did not have a journeyman liscense. Some had been plumbing for 8 plus years also. The reason for the lesser pay, is the lack of requirements needed to become licensed. In those two states, their is no required schooling to be eligible to take at least you’re journeyman’s exam. All you have to do is have the state put you’re name and hours into the system to be tracked. Once you have the 5300 of hours worked in the field, you can take the exam, without anymore requirements. In Wisconsin you have to spend 5 years in a state certified apprenticeship, with all the required classroom hours, and the requirered field hours. You have to also pass all the required exams each semester with atleast a B average every semester. Therefore the pay is like 15-20 an hour more here In Wisconsin. So the credibility and the skill set of plumbers Varys quite a bit from state to state. Take that into consideration also. In honestly, as much as I loved phx and Denver living, I’m happy I’m getting my training and license her in wisco. If I want to move back someday, I can and I’ll be ahead of 90 percent of the workforce in that area of the country.

First Roger's video I agree with. Very true. Would like to add: Plumbing is not exactly a socially-acceptable job. You will be in situations where you would rather not be introduced as a plumber. Positive side of plumbing is - once you get on your own, you will make very good money, And no matter what people say - yes - life is all about money. Good luck !

My friend is a plumber and I’m gonna be working with him. Start in two weeks, I think he owns the company too. He works by himself

I'm stuck between plumbing and electrician. Going to do alot of research but I like the thought of getting dirty leaning towards plumbing I'm excited!!! Thanks for the help!!

Apprentice = Gofer / Labourer, Eg #1 , deliver all these toilets / tanks with seats to the 300 suites in this new complex,( that all have two bathrooms). #2 , Deliver all the other stuff , sinks, faucets, etc, etc. ( probably still part of et #1). Pre assemble all this stuff before actual assembly, on and on. If not that, then you do the reconnecting pipes in a crawl space that’s full of sewage because a pipe broke.

I love to watch these shows of yours. I am 28 and want to make something out of my life and start to learn plumping. To make better living for myself.

29 years old, the 26 of this month I'll be starting my pre-apprenticeship. Is going to be though (because of the language) but I'm going to do my best and more. Thanks for your videos.

Most important thing is to ask questions. It's not annoying, trust me, it shows engagement

I was on my 10th year as an ironworker, about to hang up those tools because I pinched a nerve in my back and now they don't wanna hire me back, so, just recently got a letter for an interview with the Local Plumbers which I want to take on pipefitting & welding. Been in the gym. Ready to make a better living for my son and I.

20 and i have an interview for a plumber apprenticeship in 2 days. I’m nervous as hell but the more i look into it the more I’m eager to see where it goes

I've never known what I could do as far as a career until my friend mentioned plumbing. Now I'm quite interested in it but don't know where to start. I appreciate watching your tips and will take the study approach seriously.

I love how easy is makes it sound !

I'm 30 and I just finished HVAC school and started my apprenticeships last week with a local plumber and HVAC technician. There's a 4 story apartment that he's working on and right now he's working on the furnace room and plumbing of the ground floor and the parking garage. He's been using me as a mule so far, asking me to bring him tools, carrying things for him, and sometimes some cuttings and pipe fittings, since I have no real experience in this trade. Unfortunately he doesn't pay me much. But I really love this career.

30 year old here doing a brief plumbing service program in Nashville here in a few weeks. I've been a jackass of various trades for a good while now and finally decided to make something official. I just discovered your channel. .. and the fact that my school is not accredited. Whoops. I wonder if that really matters? I figure I'll be starting a job as an apprentice anyway, but I'm hoping I can streamline the process since I've been dabbling for years. I appreciate the video and tips. All the best!

I was an apprentice for one year I was working for a second generation Family Plumbing Company I left for personal issues. It's been 3 years now and I really want to get back into plumbing your right about being in the Attic being hot tight spots beneath the house crawling through spiders and who knows what other things down there digging trenches I had other jobs after but I never make the same money as I did as a plumber Apprentice my goal for 2020 is to go back to my trade and make that my career for the rest of my life.

I'm 32 and trying to become an apprentice and eventually a journeyman. Thank you for this channel and info!

Tbh my dad is a plumber but he never knew how to encourage me to be like him but you made me think about it thx man

I start an apprenticeship this monday and have no idea what to expect. Thanks for the video and wish me luck

The cuurent state of the world is giving the motivation to make the change and at 30 become an apprentice and start a new career. Thanks for the tips.

I’m getting ready to start building a house from a shipping container I’m going to be doing it all myself! I come from a background of construction/electrical but didn’t know much on plumbing but your videos have been a life saver and a back saver as well lol

im 25 and its cool seeing people my age or even young or older than me starting a trade and making a change for themselves and makes me want to do the same because im currently doing landscaping and making 20 and hour is not an ideal wage to live off

I'm eager to begin this career path. I've been looking around for what to do with my life and how to provide for myself, my fiancee, and after we get married our kids. I am tryi g to study your videos, just signed up for trade school and I'm studying everything I can get my hands on.

21 and started my plumbing apprenticeship this week!

I was a plumbers apprentice before I enlisted. Definitely miss it, good people hard work!

Fantastic video. Thank you so much for the pep talk. I am a 4th year apprentice who is getting closer to the goal of becoming licensed but this job can wear on you sometimes, especially if your company doesnt even give you breaks most times. Lol I need that final push of motivation to finish my race and you just helped big time. Thanks so much. I do side jobs all the time and I know that when I have the freedom and power to choose my own path, it wont be as grueling and back breaking on my body. I appreciate everything Ive gone though and experienced, but we are overworked at my company, no question. Anyways enough bitching out of me! I subscribed for sure. Thanks for the videos.

This has helped me decide on a career in plumbing. Thank you Roger for you insightful videos on the craft and I love that you give back this way! This was a good deciding factor for me. Once again thank you very much!

Currently in sales but have been interested in plumbing for a year now so I’m finally going to make the change. I’m applying for an apprentice from UA union in Sacramento, Ca. I’m so glad you mentioned you didn’t know anything when you started, I’ve been hesitant because I have zero background knowledge in the field but this has inspired me to go all in and start learning all I can.

22 from Texas, I'm in college to become a graphic and website designer, but I'm not learning much and I'm thinking about switching gears. Thanks for opening my eyes to other opportunitys.

Sorta weird hearing you talk about starting a job as a plumber not knowing nothing about it. I was born into it. My dad was a plumber and started his business when I was about 11. I worked for him until he passed almost 17 years ago . I've run my own thing since then. I to. Am a master plumber sir. Hats off to your cool videos.

I’m 18 and I’m starting my plumbing apprenticeship next week, thanks.

I like what I heard when he was turning the 10 steps about plumbing and go beginner Palmer and I'll My Hangout my I am a registered plumber I did every year at North Tech and I'm still wanting to learn more in this trade

I’m 17 and I’m about to start my plumbing apprenticeship in a few weeks thank you for your support and tips!

Thanks man, this really helped me alot. I'm a senior and I'm about to graduate and I actually have an apprenticeship with a plumbing business and you've actually taught me a few more things I should know.

Your tips are great. You seem like a very educated humble man and i greatly appreciate and respect that. Was in the health care field for 16 years love it. However im ready for a career change just want to start on something else and learn a new trade. Thank you

“I now get paid to play in the mud” hahaha I love your energy brotha

I’m 37 I started plumbing at 18 full time. I can take my skills to pay the bills everywhere. Just watch learn and ask questions. When my helper brings me a tool I don’t need I’m still happy because at the very least he’s trying. Then I show him why I don’t need that tool.

Great advice for any trade ,try to think ahead , great advice for life . Be the guy they know they can count on , don’t wine , do your best all the time . Soon you will be on the top.

Good work ethics video. No I am not going to be a plumber, I am 60+ woman but I have just gone for an office job for a plumber and you inspired me on how to get good at it.

Just applied as a apprentice!! Hoping I get the job and can leave the salesmen life 😂😂. Honestly if I can make more than I did when I worked at Toyota I’m fine😎 Sweat and hard doesn’t bother me….. I need the workout 😂😂😂

hey roger every day I keep on wishing to become a plumbing apprentice i'm going to buy the guide and do as you say thanks for these videos!!

I have ten years of building maintenance. No official plumbing license or training. I have walgreens contracts through my company and make $25 per hour and get gas allowance. Love it!

2nd year carpenter’s apprentice. You brought up a good point to start studying for the journeyman exam now. I will jouneyout as a union carpenter but have been looking to kill 2 birds with one stone and work under a master plumber on the weekends. Thanks for sharing this advice

25 just started 2 weeks ago and i love it