HVAC Technician at Community Heating And Air Conditioning Inc
at Community Heating And Air Conditioning Inc in Lincoln, DE
About This Program
Community Heating and Air Conditioning Inc sponsors a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Lincoln, DE. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is built for people who want to enter the HVAC trade through structured, paid training in a community-focused company.
The program runs for 4 years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside seasoned technicians learning to install, troubleshoot, and maintain heating and air conditioning systems. Classroom instruction covers HVAC theory, refrigeration systems, electrical controls, duct systems, and safety regulations.
Graduates complete the program as qualified journey-level HVAC technicians. Working with a local, community-based employer provides valuable experience in both residential service and the relationships that define a trade career in smaller markets.
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 Delaware
HVAC Technicians in Delaware are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Delaware Division of Professional Regulation – Board of Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Ventilation, and Gas Fitting Examiners.
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