HVAC Technician at Anderson's Heating and Air Conditioning Incorporated
at Anderson's Heating and Air Conditioning Incorporated in Missoula, MT
About This Program
Anderson's Heating and Air Conditioning Incorporated, based in Missoula, MT, sponsors this registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices earn pay from day one and gain field experience working on heating and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings throughout the Missoula region.
This four-year program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices study refrigeration principles, electrical systems and controls, HVAC equipment installation, ductwork and ventilation, system startup and commissioning, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and EPA refrigerant handling regulations. Classroom coursework is designed to support and reinforce field training at each stage of the program.
Completing this apprenticeship earns graduates journey-level HVAC technician status. Anderson's long-standing presence in the Missoula market means apprentices train with experienced professionals in a company with deep community roots, providing a strong foundation for a lasting career in the heating and cooling trade.
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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