HVAC Technician at Leet'S Refrigeration (Ceu Authority)

Leet's Refrigeration, affiliated with the CEU Authority and based in Riverside, IA, offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship for individuals looking to enter the refrigeration and HVAC trade. This non-union, employer-sponsored program pays apprentices from the start of training, making it an accessible entry point into the skilled trades.

The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work with refrigeration and HVAC systems in real-world settings, learning installation, servicing, and diagnostic techniques. With a refrigeration-focused sponsor, apprentices may gain particularly strong exposure to commercial refrigeration equipment alongside standard HVAC systems. Technical instruction covers refrigerant handling, electrical fundamentals, system controls, heat transfer, and regulatory compliance.

Graduates are prepared to work as skilled technicians in HVAC and refrigeration. Leet's Refrigeration's specialized focus creates opportunities for apprentices to develop expertise in commercial refrigeration — a niche that can open doors to a broader range of employers and career paths in eastern Iowa and beyond.