HVAC Technician at Moore Heating & Air Conditioning
at Moore Heating & Air Conditioning in Anchorage, AK
About This Program
Moore Heating & Air Conditioning sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Anchorage, AK. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is designed to train individuals in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Apprentices are paid throughout the full length of the training program.
The apprenticeship runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working with Moore's experienced HVAC technicians, apprentices learn to install and service residential and commercial HVAC systems, diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, handle refrigerants safely, and meet applicable building codes and efficiency standards. Classroom instruction covers thermodynamics, electrical fundamentals, piping and ductwork, and EPA refrigerant regulations.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC Technicians equipped to handle a wide range of heating and cooling systems independently. In Alaska's challenging climate, skilled HVAC technicians are in consistent demand year-round, and a registered apprenticeship with Moore Heating & Air Conditioning in Anchorage provides a practical and well-supported entry into this essential trade.
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.
How to Apply
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 Alaska
HVAC Technicians in Alaska are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing – Mechanical Inspection Section.
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