HVAC Technician at RLM HVAC Contractors, LLC
at RLM HVAC Contractors, LLC in Fair Lawn, NJ
About This Program
RLM HVAC Contractors, LLC sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship based in Fair Lawn, NJ. Registered as an employer-sponsored program, it offers paid training so apprentices begin earning wages on day one while gaining practical experience in the trade.
This time-based program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with seasoned HVAC technicians, learning to install, maintain, and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. Classroom coursework addresses refrigeration theory, electrical fundamentals, system diagnostics, load calculations, and relevant safety codes.
Graduates complete the program as qualified journey-level HVAC technicians with the skills to work independently on a wide range of residential and commercial systems. The registered apprenticeship credential earned through RLM HVAC Contractors, LLC is recognized nationally and supports continued growth in the heating and cooling trade.
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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