HVAC Technician at R.K. Payne HVAC, Inc.
at R.K. Payne HVAC, Inc. in King George, VA
About This Program
R.K. Payne HVAC, Inc. sponsors a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in King George, VA. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers a practical, paid pathway into the HVAC trade for individuals in the Northern Neck and Fredericksburg corridor region of Virginia.
The apprenticeship runs 4 years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly in the field with experienced HVAC professionals, learning to install and service residential and commercial heating and cooling systems. Classroom instruction covers electrical theory, refrigeration cycles, system controls, load calculations, proper use of tools and test equipment, and environmental regulations.
Upon completion, apprentices earn journey-level HVAC technician standing. This credential supports career-long employability in a trade where skilled workers remain consistently in demand, and it provides a foundation for potential advancement into service management, estimating, or business ownership.
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.
How to Apply
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 Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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