HVAC Technician at Berkeley Heating & Air Conditioning Co.
at Berkeley Heating & Air Conditioning Co. in Gillette, NJ
About This Program
Berkeley Heating & Air Conditioning Co. sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Gillette, NJ. Registered and employer-sponsored, this program provides paid training throughout, allowing apprentices to earn wages while working toward a journeyman-level credential in the HVAC trade.
The time-based program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience alongside seasoned technicians, learning to install, maintain, and troubleshoot heating and air conditioning systems in both residential and commercial settings. Classroom instruction covers refrigeration theory, electrical fundamentals, system controls, load calculations, and applicable safety and code requirements.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians with the skills and credentials to work independently. The nationally recognized registered apprenticeship from Berkeley Heating & Air Conditioning Co. is a strong professional credential that supports career growth throughout New Jersey and beyond.
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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