HVAC Technician at Daves Heating and Air Conditioning
at Daves Heating and Air Conditioning in Caldwell, NJ
About This Program
Daves Heating and Air Conditioning, located in Caldwell, NJ, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship. The non-union, employer-based program is designed for individuals who want to enter the HVAC trade with practical, paid experience under the guidance of seasoned professionals. Apprentices earn wages throughout the entire four-year training program.
The apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working out of Caldwell in Essex County, apprentices are involved in the installation, service, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial properties. Technical classroom instruction addresses refrigeration fundamentals, electrical principles, system controls, air distribution, load calculations, EPA refrigerant certification requirements, and applicable safety codes.
Apprentices who complete the program graduate as journey-level HVAC technicians with a U.S. Department of Labor-registered credential. The northern New Jersey region offers steady demand for HVAC professionals year-round, and graduates of this program enter the workforce with verified hands-on skills and the credentials to pursue employment or advancement in 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.
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