HVAC Technician at Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning
at Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning in Front Royal, VA
About This Program
Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning sponsors a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Front Royal, VA. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is part of a nationally recognized service brand and offers a paid, structured training pathway for individuals in the northern Shenandoah Valley who want to build a career in HVAC.
The 4-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced technicians providing residential and commercial HVAC services, developing skills in system installation, preventive maintenance, and diagnostics and repair. Classroom instruction covers refrigeration theory, electrical systems, system controls, EPA refrigerant regulations, customer service principles, and occupational safety.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians. Training with a nationally recognized brand can provide familiarity with standardized service processes and business practices, which may support advancement into senior technician or supervisory positions over time.
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.
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
Trade School
Licensing in Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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