HVAC Technician at Knobbe Plumbing and Hvac (Ceu Authority)
at Knobbe Plumbing and Hvac (Ceu Authority) in Carroll, IA
About This Program
Knobbe Plumbing and HVAC (CEU Authority) offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Carroll, Iowa. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is affiliated with the CEU Authority and provides a paid, structured training experience for those pursuing a career in HVAC and plumbing in west-central Iowa.
The four-year program delivers 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain practical experience working on both plumbing and HVAC systems, developing a broad mechanical skill set applicable across residential and commercial projects. Technical coursework covers refrigeration and heating systems, electrical wiring and controls, ductwork, system troubleshooting, and EPA refrigerant handling compliance.
Graduates are equipped for journey-level HVAC work and benefit from cross-training in plumbing, making them versatile candidates in the skilled trades labor market. The CEU Authority affiliation ensures that technical instruction meets current industry education standards throughout the program.
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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