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Sun Prairie, WI

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How much do apprentice tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice tech in Wisconsin is $19.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $21.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an apprentice tech?

An Apprentice Tech, or Apprentice Technician, is an entry-level worker who assists experienced technicians in performing maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on vehicles or equipment. They typically work under supervision while learning the trade through hands-on experience and sometimes formal training programs. Apprentice Techs are often pursuing certifications or licenses and are building the foundational skills needed to become fully qualified technicians. Their duties may include basic tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and equipment cleaning, while gradually taking on more complex responsibilities as they gain experience.

What types of projects and hands-on tasks can I expect to work on as an apprentice tech?

As an Apprentice Tech, you'll typically assist with a range of practical tasks such as equipment installation, routine maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and system upgrades under the supervision of experienced technicians. You'll often rotate through different assignments to gain exposure to various technologies and processes. Collaborating closely with team members, you'll learn industry best practices while gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills develop. This hands-on experience is designed to build a strong foundation for future advancement within the technical field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apprentice tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice Tech, a foundational understanding of mechanical or electrical systems, basic troubleshooting skills, and a high school diploma or technical training are generally required. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, hand and power tools, and often experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is typical. Strong attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and effective communication help an apprentice stand out in the role. These skills and qualities are crucial for safely developing technical expertise, supporting team productivity, and building a successful career in technical fields.

What is the difference between Apprentice Tech vs Technician?

AspectApprentice TechTechnician
CredentialsOn-the-job training, sometimes certificationsTypically requires certifications or associate degrees
Work EnvironmentLearning-focused, supervised tasksIndependent work, troubleshooting, maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level, training programs in tech fieldsSkilled professional in various industries like IT, automotive

In summary, an Apprentice Tech is in training, gaining hands-on experience under supervision, while a Technician is a trained professional with certifications, performing independent technical work in their industry.

How much does an apprentice tech make?

An apprentice tech typically earns between $12 and $20 per hour, depending on the industry, location, and level of experience. Apprentices often receive on-the-job training while earning a wage that may increase as they gain skills and certifications. Salaries can vary based on the employer and the complexity of the tasks involved.

What are the most commonly searched types of Tech jobs in Wisconsin?

The most popular types of Tech jobs in Wisconsin are:

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Apprentice Tech jobs?

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Tech job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 11% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,644 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Plumbing Apprentice - Residential

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of West Madison

Verona, WI • On-site

$25 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company car
  • Dental insurance
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Relocation bonus
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance


Plumbing Apprentice (Residential Service)

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of West Madison | Verona, WI Full-time, W-2 | $25.00 - $36.00 per hour base + commission


The short version

You are three, four, maybe five years into your apprenticeship. You can walk into a house, figure out what is wrong, fix it right, and talk to the homeowner like a professional. You are not a journeyman yet, and the paperwork knows it, but the work does not feel like it anymore.
We want you in your own truck.
Wisconsin lets a registered plumbing apprentice work under the general supervision of a licensed master plumber, which means our master does not have to stand next to you. So you will run your own calls, your own van, and your own day, with a master and a journeyman a phone call away when you want a second set of eyes. Everything Wisconsin plumbing code allows an apprentice to do, you will do.
We will also get you the rest of the way to your journeyman card.
Why us

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is "The Punctual Plumber," a 200+ location national brand with the systems already figured out: Straight Forward Pricing, ServiceTitan dispatch, real training, and the Punctual Plumber Promise (if we are late, we pay the customer).
Our West Madison location is brand new. That means no inherited callbacks, no legacy drama, and no waiting behind six guys for a shot at lead tech. You get in at the start and grow as we grow.
Compensation

  • Base pay: $25.00 - $36.00 per hour, based on year in program and verified hours
  • Commission: yes!
  • Google review spiff: $10 per 5-star review that names you
  • Automatic raise at licensure. The day your Wisconsin Journeyman Plumber license is issued, you move to the journeyman pay scale. In writing, in your offer letter.
  • Realistic first-year earnings of $68,000 - $82,000 for a productive late-stage apprentice
Benefits and perks

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid sick time, vacation, and holidays
  • Brand new, fully stocked service van 
  • Company iPad, dispatch and invoicing technology
  • Branded uniforms provided. Specialty and power tools provided beyond your personal hand tools
  • We pay for your related instruction, exam fees, and DSPS registration renewals
  • Stable, year-round residential work in a recession-resistant trade
What you'll do

  • Run your own service calls out of your own van, on the full scope of work Wisconsin allows a registered apprentice under general supervision of our master plumber
  • Diagnose and repair residential plumbing: leaks, drains, water heaters, fixtures, sewer lines, gas lines, sump and ejector pumps
  • Install and replace water heaters (tank and tankless), fixtures, water treatment, and repipe sections
  • Perform drain cleaning, de-scaling, hydro jetting, and camera inspections
  • Present good / better / best options using Straight Forward Pricing so the homeowner chooses with confidence before work begins
  • Test the work before you leave, every time, so we do not generate avoidable callbacks
  • Wear floor savers, keep the work area neat, and leave the home cleaner than you found it
  • Keep your ServiceTitan records accurate and your van clean inside and out
  • Log your hours toward your journeyman card and show up for your related instruction
  • Call your master or lead journeyman when a job is over your head. That is not a strike against you here. Guessing is.

What we're looking for

Required:

  • Active Wisconsin DSPS Plumbing Apprentice registration, or eligibility to register, with a current apprenticeship indenture under Wis. Stat. ch. 106 (Wisconsin Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards) or a federal DOL program
  • Roughly 4,000+ hours logged, meaning you are in year three or later of a five-year program
  • Valid Wisconsin driver's license with an insurable driving record
  • Able to lift 50+ lbs, work in crawl spaces and attics, and pass a background check and drug screen
What actually gets you hired:

  • You can be dropped at an address alone and come back with the job done and the customer happy
  • Residential service experience, not just new construction rough-in
  • You can explain a repair to a homeowner without making them feel stupid
  • Comfortable on a tablet: dispatch software, digital invoicing, photos on the work order
  • You know the edge of your own ability and you say so out loud
Nice to have:

  • Hydro jetting and camera inspection experience
  • Water treatment or tankless certifications
  • Gas line experience

About your hours and your indenture

Your apprenticeship contract follows you, not your current shop. If you come to us, we work with the Wisconsin Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards to transfer your indenture, and your logged hours come with you. You do not restart. We are not interested in anyone burning three years of progress to take this job.
If you have real plumbing hours but were never formally indentured, tell us anyway. We will look at getting you registered and credited rather than throwing the application out.
The path from here

  1. You run a truck as a registered apprentice, under our master plumber, earning apprentice scale plus commission.
  2. We pay for your related instruction and keep your hours documented correctly.
  3. You finish your program, and we cover your DSPS application and Journeyman Plumber exam fees.
  4. License in hand, you move to journeyman pay the same pay period.
  5. From there: lead technician, then master track if that is where you want to go. We will pay for that too.

Ready to run your own truck before you have the card?

Apply today: https://benjamin-franklin-plumbing-of-west-madison.careerplug.com/jobs
We respond to every applicant.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of West Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, arrest or conviction record (as protected under the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act), use of lawful products off the employer's premises during nonworking hours, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation during the application or interview process, contact west-madison@benjaminfranklinplumbing.com.

Franchise Independence Notice

Each Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. The franchisee sets their own compensation and benefits. All inquiries about employment, benefits, scheduling, and compensation at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Corporate.