HVAC Technician at Prism Heating and Air Conditioning Inc.
at Prism Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. in Toms River, NJ
About This Program
Prism Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Toms River, NJ. This employer-sponsored, registered program provides paid training throughout, allowing apprentices to earn a wage from the start while developing hands-on trade skills.
The apprenticeship spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working under experienced technicians, apprentices learn to install, service, and troubleshoot heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. Technical instruction covers refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, equipment diagnostics, energy efficiency principles, and safety and code compliance.
Upon completing the program, graduates are qualified to work as journey-level HVAC technicians, ready to handle residential and commercial systems independently. A registered apprenticeship credential from a recognized sponsor like Prism Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. adds lasting value to a technician's professional profile.
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.
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