HVAC Technician at DP Joanis HVAC LLC
at DP Joanis HVAC LLC in Victor, MT
About This Program
DP Joanis HVAC LLC, located in Victor, MT, sponsors this registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program while receiving hands-on training from experienced HVAC professionals serving customers in the Bitterroot Valley and surrounding communities.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn refrigeration theory, electrical fundamentals, heating and cooling system installation, ductwork and air distribution, equipment controls and diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and EPA refrigerant handling compliance. Both classroom study and field experience are central to the apprenticeship structure.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians qualified for independent service, installation, and repair work. DP Joanis HVAC LLC provides a focused, employer-sponsored training path for individuals in the Victor area who are serious about building a hands-on career in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning 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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