HVAC Technician at Professional Heating & Air Conditioning

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Professional Heating & Air Conditioning in Pleasant Grove, UT

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$26

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

4 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.

About This Program

Professional Heating & Air Conditioning sponsors a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Pleasant Grove, Utah. This non-union, employer-based program is designed to train skilled HVAC technicians through a structured combination of hands-on field experience and technical instruction, with apprentices receiving pay throughout the four-year program.

The apprenticeship consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop practical skills in installing, servicing, and troubleshooting residential and commercial HVAC systems under the supervision of experienced professionals. Technical coursework covers refrigerant handling, electrical systems and controls, airflow design, EPA compliance, equipment diagnostics, and workplace safety.

Apprentices who complete the program earn journey-level credentials as HVAC technicians. Pleasant Grove is situated in Utah County, a region experiencing significant residential and commercial growth that drives strong, ongoing demand for HVAC professionals. Professional Heating & Air Conditioning's apprenticeship is an excellent option for motivated individuals seeking a skilled trade career in central Utah.

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration4 years
Starting wage$16.00/hr
Journeyman wage$25.95/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in Utah

HVAC Technicians in Utah are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.

View full Utahlicensing requirements →

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