HVAC Technician at Ironbridge Heating and Air
at Ironbridge Heating and Air in N. Chesterfield, VA
About This Program
Ironbridge Heating and Air, an employer-based sponsor in N. Chesterfield, VA, offers a registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices are compensated from the start, learning the trade while working alongside seasoned professionals on real residential and commercial jobs.
The apprenticeship lasts four years and requires 8,000 hours of on-the-job training supported by 576 hours of related technical instruction. During this time, apprentices learn to install, service, and troubleshoot HVAC systems including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, and ventilation equipment. Technical instruction covers areas such as refrigeration principles, system controls, load calculations, and applicable codes.
Upon completion, apprentices achieve journey-level HVAC technician status. Ironbridge Heating and Air's hands-on approach prepares graduates to work confidently and independently in the field, serving the growing demand for qualified HVAC professionals in the greater Richmond, Virginia area.
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 Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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