HVAC Technician at Horizon HVAC LLC
at Horizon HVAC LLC in Cumberland, RI
About This Program
Horizon HVAC LLC, located in Cumberland, RI, offers a non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship for those ready to launch a career in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning trade. This employer-sponsored program pays apprentices from the start, combining real-world field work with structured technical education.
The apprenticeship spans four years and is time-based, requiring 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced technicians, learning to install, maintain, and service heating and cooling systems in residential and commercial properties. Classroom hours cover refrigeration science, electrical fundamentals, system controls, diagnostic methods, and industry safety standards.
At the conclusion of the program, apprentices achieve journey-level status as HVAC technicians. Training with Horizon HVAC LLC in northern Rhode Island positions graduates for in-demand work across the region, with skills applicable to a wide range of HVAC service and installation roles.
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.
How to Apply
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 Rhode Island
HVAC Technicians in Rhode Island are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training – Building, Design and Fire Professionals.
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