HVAC Technician at Industrial Refrigeration Corp

Industrial Refrigeration Corp, located in Warwick, RI, sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship with a strong emphasis on industrial and commercial refrigeration systems. Apprentices are paid from the beginning of training, gaining specialized technical experience in one of the more complex and in-demand segments of the HVAC/R field.

This four-year, time-based program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, learning installation, maintenance, and repair of large-scale cooling equipment. Technical coursework covers refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, controls, pressure systems, EPA refrigerant regulations, and industrial safety practices.

Graduates earn journey-level qualifications as HVAC technicians with hands-on industrial refrigeration expertise. This specialization positions graduates for higher-complexity roles in food service, warehousing, manufacturing, and other industries that depend on commercial refrigeration infrastructure — expanding career options well beyond residential HVAC service.