HVAC Technician at All Seasons Hvac (ABC)
at All Seasons Hvac (ABC) in Des Moines, IA
About This Program
All Seasons HVAC, an ABC-affiliated employer located in Des Moines, IA, offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship for individuals ready to enter the heating and cooling trade. This non-union program provides paid, structured training in Iowa's capital city, a market with steady year-round demand for qualified HVAC professionals.
The four-year apprenticeship combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work in the field on residential and commercial HVAC projects, gaining direct experience in system installation, service, and diagnostics under the supervision of skilled technicians. ABC-aligned technical coursework covers refrigerant management, electrical components, heating and cooling systems, air distribution, and code compliance.
Graduates complete the program as competent HVAC technicians prepared for independent fieldwork. All Seasons HVAC's name reflects a service approach that keeps technicians active throughout the year, giving apprentices well-rounded seasonal experience. The ABC affiliation adds professional networking and career development benefits beyond the formal apprenticeship.
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.
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