HVAC Technician at HVAC/R Service Contractors, Inc
at HVAC/R Service Contractors, Inc in Auburn, MA
About This Program
HVAC/R Service Contractors, Inc. sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Auburn, Massachusetts. This employer-sponsored, time-based program offers a fully paid path into the HVAC and refrigeration trade, with training delivered on real job sites from day one.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working with experienced technicians, apprentices develop skills in the installation, servicing, and diagnostics of HVAC and refrigeration systems across commercial and residential environments. Technical coursework covers refrigerant handling, electrical systems, mechanical controls, system diagnostics, and safety regulations.
Upon program completion, apprentices earn journey-level HVAC technician credentials, qualifying them for independent work in the field. Central Massachusetts provides a robust market for skilled HVAC and refrigeration professionals, and this credential from HVAC/R Service Contractors, Inc. supports long-term career opportunities in the trade.
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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