HVAC Technician at Brady Plumbing & HVAC
at Brady Plumbing & HVAC in Warner, NH
About This Program
Brady Plumbing & HVAC, based in Warner, NH, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship through a non-union, employer-based program. Apprentices earn a paycheck from day one while building the hands-on skills needed to work on residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
The program runs for four years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. On the job, apprentices work alongside experienced technicians to install, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment. Classroom and technical coursework covers topics such as refrigeration principles, electrical systems, load calculations, system diagnostics, and applicable codes and safety standards.
Upon completing the program, graduates are qualified to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. This credential opens doors to long-term careers in a trade with consistent demand across New Hampshire and beyond, including opportunities in service, installation, and facilities maintenance.
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 New Hampshire
HVAC Technicians in New Hampshire are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification – HVAC Licensing Board.
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