HVAC Technician at High Performance Heating & Air Conditioning
at High Performance Heating & Air Conditioning in Brookfield, CT
About This Program
High Performance Heating & Air Conditioning sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Brookfield, CT. This time-based, employer-sponsored program gives individuals in Fairfield County a structured, paid route into the HVAC trade without the upfront cost of a traditional trade school program.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside skilled technicians, apprentices gain experience installing, maintaining, and repairing heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial customers. Technical instruction covers refrigeration cycles, electrical fundamentals, HVAC controls, energy efficiency standards, and Connecticut state licensing requirements, building a well-rounded skill set applicable to a wide range of HVAC work.
Graduates of this program are prepared to enter the workforce as journey-level HVAC technicians. Fairfield County's dense residential population and commercial development activity create steady demand for qualified HVAC professionals, making this apprenticeship a practical step toward a reliable and rewarding trade career.
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 Connecticut
HVAC Technicians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Occupational and Professional Licensing.
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