HVAC Technician at Kelleher HVAC
at Kelleher HVAC in Richmond, VA
About This Program
Kelleher HVAC, an employer sponsor located in Richmond, VA, offers a registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. This paid program allows apprentices to earn a wage while gaining the practical skills and technical knowledge required to become a qualified HVAC professional.
The program spans four years, combining 8,000 hours of supervised on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work hands-on with heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems, learning installation, service, and repair techniques. Technical coursework addresses refrigerant regulations, electrical systems, heat transfer, diagnostics, and safety protocols.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians with the skills to work across residential and commercial environments. Richmond's active construction and building services market provides strong employment prospects for those who complete this credential with Kelleher HVAC.
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.
How to Apply
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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