Knoxville PHCC Apprenticeship School
Who We Are
The Knoxville PHCC Apprenticeship Training Program is designed for anyone who would like to expand their knowledge and develop their skills to earn top dollar in their trade. The Program is presented by the Knoxville Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors.
What We Do
The program is open to anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or its equivalent; and a sincere desire to gain more knowledge about the trade.
This is a four-year apprenticeship program for Plumbing and a three-year program for HVAC and Sheet Metal. You work in the trade full time while attending school.
Apprentices are expected to learn how to do tasks through on-the-job training and to learn why tasks are performed in specific ways through classroom instruction.
The training requires basic knowledge about tools, safety, technology, codes, legal requirements, etc....which are critical to anyone that works in the trade.
This program is certified by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, and approved by the Veterans Administration under the GI Bill.
Requirements
- Have a desire to work toward a career in the field
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a high school graduate or have a GED certificate
- Have a good math aptitude
- Pass a drug test
- Be physically able to work on construction job sites
Schedule
Classes are held at 5:00pm every week. The classes start in August and end in May. Please contact Rose Mayfield at 865-531-7422 or appschool@taphcc.com for the current schedule. Classes are held at 1000 Dutch Valley Dr. Suite B, Knoxville, TN 37918.
If you live 50 miles outside of Knoxville, please consider our Tennessee PHCC Online Apprentice Program.
Benefits
Students in the program will find greater job security, earning power, job advancement and job satisfaction.
Opportunities in construction for minorities and women greatly increase with PHCC Craft Training.
Employees are paid and promoted based on individual skills and merit, desire for individual achievement and overall performance
How to Apply
Contact your employer if in the PHCC trade. If not in the trade and you would like an apprentice position, please send your resume to the Knoxville PHCC Apprentice School, 1000 Dutch Valley Dr. Ste B, Knoxville, TN 37918 or email - appschool@taphcc.com.
For more information: 865-531-7422 or email appschool@taphcc.com..