HVAC Technician at JLM Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
at JLM Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC in Saint Louis, MO
About This Program
JLM Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC, located in Saint Louis, MO, sponsors this registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices receive pay throughout the entire training period while gaining practical experience servicing and installing HVAC equipment in residential and commercial settings.
This time-based program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices cover refrigeration principles, electrical fundamentals, system diagnostics, equipment installation, airflow and duct systems, controls and thermostats, and safe handling of refrigerants as required by EPA regulations. Classroom instruction supports field training at every stage.
Graduates of JLM's program complete their apprenticeship as journey-level HVAC technicians ready to work independently on a wide range of systems. The Saint Louis metro area offers strong ongoing demand for skilled HVAC professionals, and this apprenticeship provides a proven pathway to long-term career success 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.
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