HVAC Technician at LimRic Plumbing, Heating, & Air
at LimRic Plumbing, Heating, & Air in North Charleston, SC
About This Program
LimRic Plumbing, Heating, & Air sponsors a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in North Charleston, South Carolina. This non-union, employer-based program is administered by a well-established mechanical services company, offering apprentices structured, paid training in a professional environment.
The program spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with experienced technicians on residential and commercial HVAC systems, gaining skills in equipment installation, preventive maintenance, and system diagnostics. Classroom instruction covers refrigeration cycles, electrical fundamentals, zoning systems, EPA Section 608 certification requirements, and safety practices.
Graduates of the LimRic apprenticeship program complete training as journey-level HVAC technicians, qualified to handle a full range of service and installation work. LimRic's established presence in the Charleston area provides apprentices with broad exposure to diverse HVAC systems and real-world problem-solving from the start of their careers.
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 South Carolina
HVAC Technicians in South Carolina are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation – Contractors Licensing Board.
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