HVAC Technician at National HVAC Service, LTD (Sussex)
at National HVAC Service, LTD (Sussex) in Seaford, DE
About This Program
National HVAC Service, LTD (Sussex) offers a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship based in Seaford, DE. This employer-sponsored, non-union program serves Sussex County residents looking to enter the HVAC trade through a paid, structured apprenticeship with a regional service company.
The program is 4 years in duration and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work with experienced HVAC professionals on system installation, preventive maintenance, and service calls. Technical instruction covers refrigeration cycles, electrical fundamentals, controls, airflow systems, refrigerant handling, and safety regulations.
Graduates complete the program as qualified, journey-level HVAC technicians ready to work independently. The service-oriented nature of the program builds strong troubleshooting ability and customer communication skills — key assets for a lasting career in the 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 Delaware
HVAC Technicians in Delaware are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Delaware Division of Professional Regulation – Board of Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Ventilation, and Gas Fitting Examiners.
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