HVAC Technician at Chuck White Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration
at Chuck White Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration in Covington, VA
About This Program
Chuck White Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration, an employer sponsor in Covington, VA, offers a registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. This paid program gives apprentices the opportunity to develop professional HVAC skills while earning income in a stable and in-demand trade.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of hands-on on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on a range of systems including air conditioners, furnaces, refrigeration equipment, and heat pumps. Technical instruction covers fundamentals such as refrigerant certification, electrical systems, airflow and load calculations, and safety regulations.
Upon completing the apprenticeship, graduates hold journey-level HVAC technician status. With expertise spanning HVAC and refrigeration, completers are well positioned to serve both residential clients and commercial operations in the Covington region and throughout western Virginia.
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 Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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