HVAC Technician at Paradigm Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
at Paradigm Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. in Hooksett, NH
About This Program
Paradigm Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., located in Hooksett, NH, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship through a non-union, employer-based program. Apprentices are paid from day one, making this a practical, debt-free route into a skilled trade with long-term career potential.
The program spans four years, combining 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside Paradigm's experienced technicians on plumbing, heating, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial settings. Technical instruction covers refrigeration principles, electrical fundamentals, system controls, HVAC diagnostics, load calculations, and safety and code compliance.
Upon completing the program, apprentices achieve journey-level status as HVAC technicians, equipped to handle installation, maintenance, and repair across a variety of system types. Hooksett's central location in New Hampshire supports consistent demand for skilled HVAC workers throughout the Merrimack Valley region.
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 New Hampshire
HVAC Technicians in New Hampshire are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification – HVAC Licensing Board.
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