HVAC Technician at Phoenix Refrigeration LLC
at Phoenix Refrigeration LLC in Bristol, RI
About This Program
Phoenix Refrigeration LLC, located in Bristol, RI, sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship with a focus on refrigeration and HVAC systems. Apprentices are paid from the start of the program, gaining technical experience in a field with consistent and growing demand across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
The apprenticeship is time-based and runs four years, structured around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working with Phoenix Refrigeration's experienced team, apprentices develop skills in installing, maintaining, and repairing refrigeration and HVAC equipment. Technical instruction covers refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems, EPA refrigerant handling requirements, system controls, diagnostics, and safety protocols.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians with a strong refrigeration background. Phoenix Refrigeration LLC's focus on refrigeration technology gives graduates specialized qualifications that are valued in commercial kitchens, food distribution, and retail refrigeration environments, in addition to standard HVAC service work.
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 Rhode Island
HVAC Technicians in Rhode Island are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training – Building, Design and Fire Professionals.
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