HVAC Technician at Bosse Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
at Bosse Heating & Air Conditioning LLC in Plantsville, CT
About This Program
Bosse Heating & Air Conditioning LLC sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Plantsville, CT. This employer-sponsored, time-based program provides individuals in central Connecticut with a paid, structured opportunity to develop HVAC skills through a combination of real-world field work and formal technical education.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Daily field work includes installing, maintaining, and servicing heating and air conditioning systems for residential and commercial customers. Classroom coursework builds technical knowledge in areas including HVAC system design, refrigerant regulations, electrical fundamentals, load calculations, and the Connecticut codes and standards that govern HVAC installations.
Completing this registered apprenticeship qualifies graduates to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. The Southington-Plantsville area and surrounding central Connecticut communities generate consistent demand for trained HVAC professionals, and a registered apprenticeship credential from a recognized program strengthens a graduate's standing in the local job market.
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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