HVAC Technician at Renewed Spirit dba Legacy Heating & Air-Conditioning & Plumbing, LLC
at Renewed Spirit dba Legacy Heating & Air-Conditioning & Plumbing, LLC in Fort Wayne, IN
About This Program
Legacy Heating & Air-Conditioning & Plumbing, LLC (operating as Renewed Spirit) sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This employer-sponsored, time-based program gives apprentices a paid, structured route into the heating and cooling trade with hands-on mentorship from experienced professionals.
The program spans four years, incorporating 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on real residential and commercial systems, developing skills in HVAC installation, routine maintenance, and diagnostic troubleshooting. Technical coursework covers refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, equipment controls, air balancing, and safety codes.
Upon graduation, apprentices become journey-level HVAC technicians prepared to independently manage installations and service work. Journeyman status in the HVAC trade supports competitive compensation, career flexibility, and opportunities for advancement in one of the trades with consistent workforce demand.
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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