HVAC Technician at Mowery Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Mowery Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing in Brownsburg, IN

About This Program

Mowery Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Brownsburg, Indiana. The employer-sponsored program is designed to train the next generation of HVAC professionals while paying apprentices throughout every stage of their development.

This four-year, time-based program combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with experienced technicians, gaining skills in HVAC installation, preventive maintenance, and system troubleshooting. Classroom learning covers core topics including refrigerant handling, electrical theory, system controls, ductwork design, and safety compliance.

Graduates earn journey-level HVAC technician credentials upon program completion, enabling them to work independently across residential and commercial settings. The mechanical trades offer strong, sustained demand for skilled technicians, and completing this apprenticeship positions graduates well for long-term career success.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$26

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

4 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration4 years
Starting wage$16.00/hr
Journeyman wage$25.95/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

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