HVAC Technician at Forever Mechanical HVAC/R Inc
at Forever Mechanical HVAC/R Inc in Worcester, MA
About This Program
Forever Mechanical HVAC/R Inc sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Worcester, Massachusetts. This employer-sponsored, time-based program is a paid opportunity for individuals looking to break into the HVAC and refrigeration trade in central Massachusetts's largest city.
Running four years, the program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside skilled technicians on HVAC and refrigeration systems for residential and commercial clients, developing expertise in installation, maintenance, and system diagnostics. Technical coursework covers refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, equipment controls, refrigerant management, and applicable safety codes.
Upon program completion, graduates hold journey-level HVAC technician credentials and are prepared for independent work in the trade. Worcester's active construction and service sector, combined with the broader central Massachusetts market, provides strong employment prospects for qualified HVAC and refrigeration technicians.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for HVAC Technician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Massachusetts
HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Massachusetts Board of Sheet Metal Workers.
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