HVAC Technician at Hvac LLC

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Hvac LLC in North Pole, AK

About This Program

HVAC LLC, located in North Pole, Alaska, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers individuals in the Fairbanks North Star Borough area an opportunity to enter the skilled trades through a structured, paid training pathway. Apprentices earn wages throughout the entire program while learning directly from experienced technicians.

The apprenticeship spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working in interior Alaska's extreme climate, apprentices gain hands-on experience installing, servicing, and troubleshooting heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Classroom instruction covers topics such as refrigerants, electrical controls, ductwork design, and system diagnostics.

Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians, well-prepared for a career in one of the most climate-critical trades in the state. North Pole and the broader Fairbanks region depend heavily on reliable heating systems, making qualified HVAC professionals consistently in demand throughout the area.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$26

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

4 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration4 years
Starting wage$16.00/hr
Journeyman wage$25.95/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Alaska

HVAC Technicians in Alaska are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing – Mechanical Inspection Section.

View full Alaskalicensing requirements →

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