HVAC Technician at Benedetto Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC
at Benedetto Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC in Old Lyme, CT
About This Program
Benedetto Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Old Lyme, CT. This employer-sponsored, time-based program offers individuals in southeastern Connecticut a paid opportunity to enter the HVAC trade with a local company that serves the shoreline region's residential and commercial heating and cooling needs.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in HVAC system installation, seasonal maintenance, diagnostics, and repair — work they perform on real customer jobs from early in the program. Technical instruction covers refrigeration principles, electrical systems, heat load calculations, indoor air quality, refrigerant handling requirements, and applicable Connecticut codes and licensing standards.
Completing this registered apprenticeship qualifies graduates to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. The Connecticut shoreline communities from New London to Old Saybrook represent a strong and growing residential market for HVAC services, giving Benedetto apprenticeship graduates a practical foundation and local industry connections for a long-term trade career.
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 Connecticut
HVAC Technicians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Occupational and Professional Licensing.
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