HVAC Technician at Central Carolina Heating & Air Conditioning
at Central Carolina Heating & Air Conditioning in Greensboro, NC
About This Program
Central Carolina Heating & Air Conditioning, based in Greensboro, NC, sponsors this registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices receive pay from their first day and train alongside experienced professionals on residential and commercial heating and cooling systems throughout the Greensboro area.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in refrigeration principles, electrical theory, HVAC system installation and startup, duct systems and airflow, equipment controls and diagnostics, preventive maintenance procedures, and EPA-compliant refrigerant handling. Classroom hours are structured to reinforce technical knowledge gained in the field.
Upon finishing the program, graduates earn journey-level HVAC technician credentials and the skills to handle a full range of installation, maintenance, and repair tasks. Greensboro's active residential and commercial construction market ensures continued demand for skilled HVAC technicians, and Central Carolina Heating & Air Conditioning offers a trusted local pathway into the trade.
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 North Carolina
HVAC Technicians in North Carolina are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors.
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