HVAC Technician at Affordable Sewer & Drain Inc. DBA Affordable Plumbing, Heating & Air

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Affordable Sewer & Drain Inc. DBA Affordable Plumbing, Heating & Air in Fairhope, AL

About This Program

Affordable Sewer & Drain Inc., doing business as Affordable Plumbing, Heating & Air, sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Fairhope, Alabama. Located on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, this non-union, employer-sponsored program trains individuals for careers in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning field. Apprentices are paid throughout the training period, making it an attractive option for those looking to enter a skilled trade immediately.

The program runs for four years and consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working within a multi-trade company environment, apprentices gain exposure to HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance alongside plumbing operations, developing a broad foundation in home services trades. Technical classes address refrigeration, electrical systems, equipment diagnostics, and safety standards.

Graduates qualify as journey-level HVAC technicians ready to serve residential and commercial customers. The Baldwin County region has experienced significant population growth in recent years, supporting sustained demand for HVAC professionals, and this apprenticeship positions graduates for stable, long-term employment in a thriving local market.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$26

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

4 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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.

Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for HVAC Technician

Apprenticeship

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration4 years
Starting wage$16.00/hr
Journeyman wage$25.95/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Alabama

HVAC Technicians in Alabama are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Alabama Mechanical Contractors Board.

View full Alabamalicensing requirements →

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