Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

Start your career as pipefitter with an apprenticeship

Office of Public Safety and Inspections, Division of Occupational Licensure

Online

If looking for a status update on a license renewal, please put your full OPSI license number, including prefix, in the subject line. Email Office of Public Safety and Inspections, Division of Occupational Licensure at OPSI-info@mass.gov

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What you need   for Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

A Pipefitter Apprentice must be licensed with the OPSI, must hold a valid registration with the Division of Apprenticeship Standards, and must be employed by a Massachusetts Master Pipefitter for the duration of their apprenticeship. A Journeyman Pipefitter can supervise the work of the Pipefitter Apprentice, but the work hours will only be accepted while registered with the DAS, licensed with the OPSI, and under the employment of the Master Pipefitter. For more information see here.

To complete an application, enter all required information and attach the following documents:

  • A copy of your high school diploma or equivalent certification
  • A 2" x 2" passport-style photo
  • A copy of your Division of Apprentice Standards ID Card

Incomplete applications will not be scheduled for examination until all missing documentation is submitted.

Fees   for Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

Active military members, their spouses & military veterans may qualify for fee-reduction benefits under the Valor Act. Checks or money orders should be made payable to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. All money orders must be signed and dated. 

Name Fee Unit
Non-Refundable Application Fee $40 each

How to apply   Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

Online applications can be submitted through the My License portal.

Please mail your completed application, found below under Downloads, along with the application fee to:


Office of Public Safety and Inspections 
1000 Washington Street Suite 710 
Boston, MA 02118 
ATTN: Apprentice Pipefitter Application

Next steps   for Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

Receive your License in the Mail

If your application is complete, it will be processed and your physical license sent out by mail.

More info   for Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

An Apprentice Pipefitter License is required for the installation, repair, replacement, maintenance or alteration of any apparatus for piping appliances, as defined in devices or accessories for heating systems having a rating greater than 700,000 BTU, including both Power/Heating/Cooling Pipefitting and Process Piping.

Find here a list of board-approved schools.

Licensed apprentices will be limited to two (2) renewals of their license unless otherwise approved by the Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians and Sprinkler Fitters.

For FAQs regarding apprenticeship program registration and licensing requirements for the Pipefitting and Refrigeration professions please visit this page.

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Contact   for Apply for an Apprentice Pipefitter License

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Main Office
1000 Washington St, Suite 710, Boston, MA 02118
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If looking for a status update on a license renewal, please put your full OPSI license number, including prefix, in the subject line. Email Office of Public Safety and Inspections, Division of Occupational Licensure at OPSI-info@mass.gov

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