HVAC Technician at Reliable 1 Heating Air Conditioning and Plumbing (PHCC)
at Reliable 1 Heating Air Conditioning and Plumbing (PHCC) in Iowa Falls, IA
About This Program
Reliable 1 Heating Air Conditioning and Plumbing (PHCC) offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Iowa Falls, Iowa. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is affiliated with the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association and delivers a comprehensive, paid training experience for individuals entering the heating and cooling trade.
Spanning four years, the program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain experience across HVAC installation, maintenance, and service work in both residential and commercial environments. Classroom instruction addresses refrigeration theory, electrical and control systems, ductwork design, energy efficiency, and refrigerant certification requirements under EPA guidelines.
After completing the apprenticeship, graduates are ready to take on journey-level HVAC responsibilities. Reliable 1's combined focus on plumbing and HVAC offers apprentices exposure to a broad range of mechanical systems, providing a strong foundation for a versatile and in-demand career in the skilled 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.
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