HVAC Technician at A Plus Service Plumbing & Hvac, Llv (the Ceu Authority)
at A Plus Service Plumbing & Hvac, Llv (the Ceu Authority) in Ottumwa, IA
About This Program
A Plus Service Plumbing & HVAC, LLV, working with The CEU Authority, offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Ottumwa, IA. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is designed for motivated individuals who want to build a skilled trade career while earning a wage throughout training.
The program is four years in length and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work hands-on with HVAC and plumbing systems in the field, developing skills in equipment installation, system diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. Technical coursework covers refrigerants and EPA regulations, electrical fundamentals, heating system operation, and workplace safety.
Completing this apprenticeship prepares graduates to work as competent, independent HVAC technicians. With experience gained across both HVAC and plumbing environments, graduates from A Plus Service Plumbing & HVAC are especially well-positioned for versatile career opportunities in residential and commercial mechanical services throughout southeast Iowa.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
HVAC Technician Career Outlook
National Median
$25.95/hr
~$53,976/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
HVAC technician employment is projected to grow faster than average, driven by new construction, system replacements, and the transition to energy-efficient and environmentally friendly equipment. The push toward heat pumps and smart building systems is creating new specialization opportunities. Experienced technicians with strong troubleshooting skills are in high demand across all regions.
What to Expect as a HVAC Technician Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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