Thank You Messenger Papers: Enrollment Now Open PCALI Plumbing Institute

April 28, 2026

Thank you Messenger Papers for sharing the story about our PCALI Plumbing Institute. It means a great deal to see the work we’re doing to support and train the next generation of plumbing professionals highlighted in the news for the community to see.

Enrollment Now Open PCALI Plumbing Institute

Enrollment is now open for the next class at The Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island’s (PCALI) Plumbing Institute. Interested students are encouraged to apply soon, as admission is offered on a first-come, first-served basis until the class reaches its limit of 25 participants. The PCALI Plumbing Institute is designed to give students the foundation they need to begin a successful career in plumbing at no cost to the participant. Last September, the Institute welcomed its first class, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the service and maintenance plumbing trade while creating new employment opportunities for Long Islanders.

As the demand for qualified and licensed plumbing professionals continues to grow, the PCALI Plumbing Institute plays an important role in preparing the next generation of skilled tradespeople. By combining hands-on training with real-world experience, the Institute helps ensure that future licensed plumbers are ready to support local businesses and safely meet the plumbing, heating, and cooling needs of our communities for years to come.

“The Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island’s Plumbing Institute is all about strengthening the plumbing industry on Long Island,” said PCALI President Jeff Connelly. “By offering students hands-on training and valuable industry experience, we’re helping prepare the next generation entering the trade while also supporting the continued growth of our members.”
Joe Enea, Director of the PCALI Plumbing Institute, added “Our goal is to develop well-trained plumbers, and it all starts right here. Our current students have already benefited exponentially from the network of industry professionals they have met and learned from. We encourage anyone interested in learning the plumbing trade at no cost and building a successful career to apply now.”
Those interested in applying for the upcoming class can contact Joe Enea by telephone at (631) 560-0973 or by email to joe@pcali.org.

About Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island (PCALI)
The Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island (PCALI) advances the plumbing industry, promotes the overall welfare of plumbing contractors in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, and works collaboratively with the leadership and members of Plumbers Local 200. PCALI works tirelessly to raise public awareness about utilizing licensed plumbers only. To learn more visit the Plumbing Contractors Association of Long Island on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/plumbingcontractorsassociationofli or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/plumbing-contractors-association-pcali