HVAC Technician at Beutler Heating and Air Conditioning Uatc
at Beutler Heating and Air Conditioning Uatc in Mcclellan Afb, CA
About This Program
Beutler Heating and Air Conditioning UATC sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship based at McClellan AFB in California, near Sacramento. As an established heating and air conditioning company operating in the greater Sacramento region, Beutler provides apprentices with a structured, employer-sponsored training program that combines real-world field experience with formal technical instruction. This non-union program pays apprentices throughout the duration of their training.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on residential and commercial HVAC projects throughout the Sacramento Valley, gaining experience with system installation, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair. Technical coursework covers refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems and controls, duct design and airflow, EPA refrigerant requirements, and applicable California building codes and safety standards.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians ready for independent work in the field. The Sacramento metropolitan area supports sustained demand for HVAC professionals driven by its hot summers and ongoing residential and commercial development, and training with an established Sacramento-area contractor like Beutler provides a strong professional foundation.
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 California
HVAC Technicians in California are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by California Contractors State License Board.
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