HVAC Technician at Jd Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
at Jd Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning in Durham, NC
About This Program
JD Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, based in Durham, NC, sponsors this registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices earn wages from the start and receive hands-on training in a multi-trade environment, gaining exposure to how HVAC systems interact with plumbing in residential and commercial buildings.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Training covers refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems and controls, HVAC equipment installation, duct systems, airflow measurement, system troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and EPA refrigerant certification compliance. Apprentices benefit from working in a company that handles both plumbing and HVAC, broadening their understanding of mechanical systems.
Graduates attain journey-level HVAC technician credentials and are well-prepared for independent service work. Durham's growing population and commercial development create sustained demand for skilled HVAC professionals, and JD Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning provides a practical, employer-supported route into 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 North Carolina
HVAC Technicians in North Carolina are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors.
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