HVAC Technician at Aire Serv Heating and Air Conditioning

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Aire Serv Heating and Air Conditioning in Ansonia, CT

About This Program

Aire Serv Heating and Air Conditioning sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Ansonia, CT. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers paid training for individuals ready to pursue a skilled trade career in the heating and cooling industry.

The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work with Aire Serv's technicians on residential and commercial HVAC systems, developing skills in equipment installation, service calls, system diagnostics, and energy-efficient operation. Technical instruction covers core topics such as refrigeration principles, electrical systems, thermostat and control wiring, and safe refrigerant handling in line with EPA regulations.

Completing the apprenticeship qualifies participants as journey-level HVAC technicians. Training within the Aire Serv brand environment also exposes apprentices to industry-recognized service standards and business practices, preparing them for employment opportunities in Ansonia and throughout the broader Connecticut 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.

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 Connecticut

HVAC Technicians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Occupational and Professional Licensing.

View full Connecticutlicensing requirements →

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