HVAC Technician at Kelly Heating & Air (PHCC)
at Kelly Heating & Air (PHCC) in Iowa City, IA
About This Program
Kelly Heating & Air, a PHCC-affiliated employer sponsor based in Iowa City, IA, offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship for individuals looking to build a career in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. This is a non-union, employer-sponsored program where apprentices earn a paycheck from day one while developing real-world trade skills.
The program runs for four years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced technicians to learn system installation, maintenance, and repair for residential and light commercial equipment. Classroom instruction covers refrigeration principles, electrical fundamentals, load calculations, EPA regulations, and equipment diagnostics.
Graduates of this apprenticeship complete the program as qualified HVAC technicians, ready to work independently in the field. HVAC is a consistently in-demand trade, and completing a registered apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for long-term career growth, including opportunities for advancement into supervisory or specialty roles.
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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