Best Plumber Schools in Alaska

Compare accredited Plumber schools across Alaska below, then review pay, licensing steps, and training paths for the trade.

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Best Plumber Schools in Alaska

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Plumber Pay and Job Outlook

Alaska Quick Facts

Steps to Become a Licensed Plumber in Alaska

1. Choose an accredited training path. Options typically include trade schools, community colleges, and registered apprenticeships.
2. Complete the required classroom instruction in code, safety, and trade theory.
3. Log on-the-job training hours under a licensed or experienced professional.
4. Pass the state or local licensing exam where required.
5. Apply for licensure or certification, then maintain it through continuing education as required.

In Alaska, CareerOneStop reports state-recognized credentials such as the Gas Piping and Plumbing, Journeyman & Trainee in Municipality of Anchorage for this trade (CareerOneStop, U.S. Department of Labor).

State Wage and Employment

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 1,200 plumbers working in Alaska as of May 2025, earning a median annual wage of approximately $93,920 (BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025). Alaska’s location quotient of 1.23 indicates jobs in this trade are more concentrated than the national average (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Apprenticeships in Alaska

In Alaska, registered apprenticeships are listed through the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development - Registered Apprenticeship (CareerOneStop, U.S. Department of Labor). Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with related classroom instruction, typically over 3 to 5 years. United Association (UA) of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry sponsors registered apprenticeships in nearly every state.

Federal Prevailing Wage in Alaska

Federal Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates set the minimum hourly compensation on most federally funded construction projects. As of 2026, the active general wage determination for this trade in Alaska lists $69.12/hr total compensation ($41.50 base + $27.62 fringe) (DOL Wage and Hour Division, 2026).

Find Plumber Programs Across Alaska

The cities below have local plumber program directories. Click any city to compare schools nearby:

• Anchorage, Alaska
• Fairbanks, Alaska
• Juneau, Alaska
• Programs, Alaska

Frequently Asked Questions

Do plumbers need a license in Alaska?

Licensing requirements for plumbers vary across Alaska. CareerOneStop and the relevant state agency publish current credential lists; verify scope and exam rules before applying.

How long does plumber training take in Alaska?

Typical certificate programs run 6 to 12 months, associate degrees take about 2 years, and registered apprenticeships generally last 3 to 5 years while paying on-the-job wages.

What is the median wage for plumbers in Alaska?

BLS reports a median annual wage of approximately $93,920 for this occupation in Alaska (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Wages vary by experience, employer, and metro area.

Plumber Wages and Workforce in Alaska

In Alaska, Plumber programs train for an occupation with a median wage of about $93,920 per year, and most earn between $53,730 and $122,660 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Alaska employs roughly 1,200 workers in this occupation, a workforce concentration of about 1.23 times the national average (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Plumber Training and Licensing in Alaska

Licensing for Plumber varies by state and locality. Confirm current training, exam, and credential requirements with the appropriate Alaska licensing board before you enroll; many employers also look for recognized industry certifications.

Training paths typically range from certificate programs (6 to 12 months) and associate degrees (about 2 years) to registered apprenticeships (3 to 5 years) that combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction (TradeCareerPath program data).