HVAC Technician at Loftus Heating and Air Conditioning
at Loftus Heating and Air Conditioning in Logan, IA
About This Program
Loftus Heating and Air Conditioning, an employer-sponsored non-union program based in Logan, Iowa, offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship for individuals looking to build a lasting career in the trades. Apprentices are paid throughout the training period as they work alongside seasoned professionals.
The apprenticeship lasts four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install and service heating and cooling systems, diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, work with refrigerants in compliance with EPA regulations, and apply relevant building codes to residential and commercial projects.
Completing this apprenticeship qualifies graduates to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. With a strong foundation in both theory and hands-on practice, graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers in service, installation, and system maintenance across Iowa's growing HVAC industry.
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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