HVAC Technician at Mahan Plumbing Heating and Air
at Mahan Plumbing Heating and Air in Boonton, NJ
About This Program
Mahan Plumbing Heating and Air, based in Boonton, NJ, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship through a non-union, employer-based program. Apprentices earn competitive wages throughout training, developing trade skills in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning under the guidance of experienced professionals.
The four-year apprenticeship is built around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working in the field, apprentices gain hands-on experience with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing systems in residential and commercial environments throughout the Boonton and Morris County area. Technical coursework covers refrigeration theory, electrical fundamentals, HVAC controls, system diagnostics, load calculations, and applicable codes and safety standards.
Graduates of the program become qualified journey-level HVAC technicians, ready to work independently on a broad range of systems. Morris County's dense mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial properties, and light industrial facilities supports consistent demand for skilled HVAC and plumbing professionals.
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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