HVAC Technician at Caso's HVAC, LLC
at Caso's HVAC, LLC in Cobalt, CT
About This Program
Caso's HVAC, LLC sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Cobalt, CT. This employer-sponsored, time-based program is a paid opportunity for individuals in central Connecticut's Middlesex County area to enter the HVAC trade through structured, hands-on training with a local HVAC company.
The program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain direct field experience installing, servicing, and troubleshooting heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial clients. Technical instruction covers HVAC and refrigeration principles, electrical systems, system controls and thermostats, refrigerant handling and EPA compliance, and the codes and standards that apply to HVAC work in Connecticut.
Completing this apprenticeship prepares graduates to work at a journeyman level in the HVAC trade. The Connecticut River Valley corridor and surrounding Middlesex County communities generate consistent demand for trained HVAC technicians, and completing a registered apprenticeship provides a strong credential to launch a skilled trade career.
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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