HVAC Technician at Morelli Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc
at Morelli Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc in North Charleston, SC
About This Program
Morelli Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc offers a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in North Charleston, South Carolina. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides a structured route into the HVAC trade, pairing practical field experience with formal technical education. Apprentices are paid from the first day of training.
The apprenticeship runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working under the guidance of seasoned professionals, apprentices learn to install, service, and troubleshoot residential and commercial HVAC systems. Coursework covers topics including refrigerant theory, electrical wiring, airflow measurement, system commissioning, EPA compliance, and safety standards.
Apprentices who complete the program graduate as journey-level HVAC technicians, ready to take on independent service and installation work. Morelli's established reputation in the Charleston-area market means apprentices gain exposure to a wide variety of equipment and real-world HVAC scenarios throughout their training.
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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