HVAC Technician at D & W Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
at D & W Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. in Sarasota, FL
About This Program
D & W Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., headquartered in Sarasota, FL, offers this registered, non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices are paid throughout the program while gaining practical, field-based experience working on heating and cooling systems across the Sarasota region.
The four-year program is structured around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices build skills in installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems. Classroom training addresses refrigeration theory, electrical systems, air distribution, equipment diagnostics, and EPA refrigerant certification requirements.
Upon completion, apprentices are prepared to advance to journey-level HVAC technician status. Florida's year-round demand for HVAC services makes this credential a strong foundation for a long-term career in the mechanical trades.
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 Florida
HVAC Technicians in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation – Construction Industry Licensing Board.
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