HVAC Technician at Price Heating and Air
at Price Heating and Air in Muscle Shoals, AL
About This Program
Price Heating and Air offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. This non-union program provides individuals in the Tennessee Valley region with a structured, paid pathway into the heating and cooling trade. Apprentices begin earning wages from the start and gain practical experience working alongside seasoned HVAC professionals.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Day-to-day work involves installing and servicing residential and commercial HVAC systems, diagnosing equipment issues, and performing preventive maintenance. Technical coursework addresses refrigeration cycles, airflow fundamentals, electrical wiring, and industry safety codes and regulations.
Finishing the apprenticeship qualifies graduates to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. The heating and cooling industry in Alabama supports steady year-round demand for skilled workers, and completing a registered apprenticeship with a local employer like Price Heating and Air provides a recognized credential that can support a long and rewarding career in the trades.
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 Alabama
HVAC Technicians in Alabama are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Alabama Mechanical Contractors Board.
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