HVAC Technician at Elite Refrigeration
at Elite Refrigeration in Arvada, CO
About This Program
Elite Refrigeration sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Arvada, CO. This time-based, employer-affiliated program is a practical route into the HVAC and refrigeration trade for people who want to earn income while building technical skills from the ground up.
Over four years, apprentices log 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and complete 576 hours of related technical instruction. Field work includes installing, diagnosing, and servicing refrigeration and HVAC equipment across a variety of settings. Classroom instruction reinforces this experience through study of refrigerant systems, electrical components, system controls, efficiency standards, and safety regulations. Apprentices gain familiarity with industry tools and equipment used daily in the trade.
Upon program completion, apprentices are prepared to work independently as HVAC technicians at a journey level. Arvada's proximity to Denver and the surrounding Front Range region provides a robust job market for skilled HVAC professionals, offering solid long-term employment prospects for program graduates.
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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