HVAC Technician at Colorado Hvac Services

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Colorado Hvac Services in Denver, CO

About This Program

Colorado HVAC Services sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Denver, CO. Based in one of the fastest-growing metros in the country, this time-based program gives motivated individuals a paid pathway into the HVAC trade without the cost of a traditional technical degree.

The program spans four years, combining 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work in the field installing, maintaining, and repairing a range of heating and cooling systems while classroom learning covers refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, thermodynamics, code compliance, and EPA refrigerant handling requirements. This blend of hands-on and academic training prepares apprentices to handle complex HVAC systems confidently.

Graduates leave the program with journeyman-level skills recognized in the industry. Denver's active construction market and large base of commercial and residential buildings create ongoing demand for qualified HVAC professionals, making this apprenticeship a strong starting point for a long-term career.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$26

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

4 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration4 years
Starting wage$16.00/hr
Journeyman wage$25.95/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

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