HVAC Technician at Eanes Heating and Air Conditioning

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Eanes Heating and Air Conditioning in High Point, NC

About This Program

Eanes Heating and Air Conditioning, located in High Point, NC, sponsors this registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices are paid throughout the program and receive structured training in residential and commercial HVAC systems under the supervision of experienced technicians.

This four-year program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices study refrigeration theory, electrical systems, HVAC equipment installation and commissioning, ductwork design and installation, system controls, troubleshooting and diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and EPA refrigerant handling. Classroom instruction reinforces the practical competencies developed through daily field work.

Graduates of Eanes' apprenticeship program earn journey-level HVAC technician status and are equipped to work independently across a variety of system types. High Point and the broader Piedmont Triad region support consistent demand for qualified HVAC professionals, making this a strong starting point for a rewarding career in the heating and cooling trade.

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 North Carolina

HVAC Technicians in North Carolina are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors.

View full North Carolinalicensing requirements →

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