HVAC Technician at Executive Heating & Air
at Executive Heating & Air in Cherry Hill, NJ
About This Program
Executive Heating & Air, located in Cherry Hill, NJ, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship through a non-union, employer-based program. Apprentices receive pay throughout training, entering the skilled trades with hands-on experience and formal technical education in one of southern New Jersey's busiest HVAC markets.
The apprenticeship runs for four years, built around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside experienced technicians, apprentices learn to install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for residential and commercial customers. Technical instruction covers refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems, HVAC controls, system diagnostics, load calculations, and safety and code standards.
Upon completing the program, graduates earn journey-level HVAC technician credentials. Cherry Hill's dense suburban population and active commercial sector create strong, consistent demand for HVAC professionals, providing graduates with a well-established base for long-term career growth.
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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