Plumbing & Heating

About the Program

Embark on a rewarding journey in Plumbing and Heating at UTC – a hands-on career where you don't just fix systems; you create environments of comfort, functionality and innovation. Imagine wielding tools to transform spaces, ensuring homes and businesses thrive.

In this program, you'll build skills in the art of plumbing, heating, and ventilation, unlocking a career that's not only essential but always in high demand all over the world. Join us in crafting the infrastructure of the future and turn your passion into a profession that keeps the world running. Ready to build a career that stands the test of time?

🔧🏡 #PlumbingPioneer #CraftingComfort

High School Credit Embedded

Dual Enrollment/College Credit Opportunities

Professional Certification Opportunities

Qualify to sit for his/her journeyman’s exam

Memberships
SkillsUSA, National Technical Honor Society

Sample Occupations in This Field

  • Mechanical Trades Specialist

  • Air Conditioning Technician

  • HVAC Installer

  • HVAC Service Technician

  • Journeyman Plumber

  • Master Plumber

  • Plumbing and Heating Mechanic

Shane Bond

Shane Bond

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Meet Shane Bond, UTC's Plumbing and Heating instructor. Shane is a Master Plumber and Heating Technician with 19 years of experience and has excelled in various roles. From his start at RJ Morin in commercial construction to refining his skills at Jackson Plumbing and Heating, Shane has demonstrated adaptability and technical expertise. Now self-employed, he offers comprehensive plumbing and heating services, drawing from his diverse experiences. Shane also extends his knowledge as an Plumbing instructor at Eastern Maine Community College, emphasizing his significant contributions to the industry.

Heating

  • Basic safety practices (NCCER)

  • Tool identification

  • Basic math/measuring/fractions

  • Fitting identification

  • Fitting allowances

  • Maine Heating Code 

  • Basic soldering

  • Copper projects/water distribution

  • Offsets

  • Water heaters/tankless coils

  • Pex tubing

  • Blueprint reading

  • Blueprint projects

  • Heating math/formulas

Plumbing

  • Basic safety practices (NCCER)

  • Tool identification

  • Basic math/measuring/fractions

  • Fitting identification

  • Fitting allowances

  • Basic soldering

  • Copper projects/water distribution

  • Offsets

  • Water heaters/tankless coils

  • Pex tubing

  • Blueprint reading

  • Blueprint projects

  • Drainage/venting projects 1-4

  • Cast iron (no hub)

  • Plumbing math/formulas