HVAC Technician at Jz Hvac LLC
at Jz Hvac LLC in Providence, RI
About This Program
The HVAC Technician Apprenticeship sponsored by JZ HVAC LLC is a registered, employer-based program located in Providence, Rhode Island. This non-union apprenticeship is designed to develop skilled heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration technicians through a structured combination of hands-on work experience and classroom instruction. Apprentices are paid throughout the entire training period.
The program runs for four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. On the job, apprentices learn to install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems in residential and commercial settings. Technical coursework covers refrigeration principles, electrical systems, airflow and load calculations, safety practices, and equipment diagnostics.
Upon completing the program, apprentices are qualified to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. This credential opens doors to stable, in-demand careers in the skilled trades, with opportunities to work independently, advance into supervisory roles, or specialize in areas such as commercial refrigeration or building automation systems.
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 Rhode Island
HVAC Technicians in Rhode Island are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training – Building, Design and Fire Professionals.
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