HVAC Technician at Berkshire Refrigeration Service Inc.
at Berkshire Refrigeration Service Inc. in Bethel, CT
About This Program
Berkshire Refrigeration Service Inc. sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Bethel, CT. This employer-sponsored, time-based program gives individuals in northern Fairfield County a paid, structured route into the refrigeration and HVAC trade through a company with direct industry experience in the region.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Field work spans refrigeration system installation and service, HVAC maintenance and repair, electrical troubleshooting, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Technical instruction covers refrigerant regulations, mechanical and electrical system theory, diagnostic procedures, energy efficiency, and the Connecticut codes and standards governing HVAC and refrigeration work.
Graduates are qualified to work as journey-level technicians in both refrigeration and HVAC settings. Bethel's position within greater Fairfield County offers program graduates access to a substantial and active local job market, and experience gained through a registered apprenticeship with Berkshire Refrigeration Service is a strong credential for long-term career advancement.
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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