HVAC Technician at Douglas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Douglas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning in Farmington, CT

About This Program

Douglas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Farmington, CT. This employer-sponsored, time-based program is ideal for individuals in the Hartford County area who want to enter the HVAC trade under the guidance of an established company that handles heating, air conditioning, and plumbing work.

The program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain broad exposure to HVAC installation and service work across residential and light commercial projects. Technical instruction covers heating and cooling system fundamentals, electrical systems, refrigerant handling, system diagnostics, and Connecticut building and mechanical codes — providing apprentices with the knowledge to complement their daily field experience.

After completing the program, graduates are prepared to work as skilled HVAC technicians at a journey level. Working through a multi-trade employer like Douglas Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning gives apprentices context for how HVAC systems integrate with other building systems, an advantage in today's complex construction and renovation environments.

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

Licensing in Connecticut

HVAC Technicians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Occupational and Professional Licensing.

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