HVAC Technician at Freedom Heating and Air
at Freedom Heating and Air in Lynchburg, VA
About This Program
Freedom Heating and Air, an employer sponsor based in Lynchburg, VA, offers a registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. This paid program is designed for individuals who want to enter the HVAC trade through structured, hands-on training while earning income from the start.
The apprenticeship spans four years and requires 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on heating and cooling systems in residential and commercial properties, learning to install, service, and repair equipment such as furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, and duct systems. Technical instruction covers refrigerant regulations, system troubleshooting, electrical fundamentals, and safety compliance.
Upon completion, apprentices reach journey-level status as HVAC technicians. Freedom Heating and Air's training program prepares graduates to confidently serve customers and advance in a trade that offers consistent employment demand throughout central Virginia.
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 Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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