HVAC Technician at Robies Refrigeration Inc.
at Robies Refrigeration Inc. in Hyannis, MA
About This Program
Robies Refrigeration Inc. sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship located in Hyannis, MA. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides a structured, paid training pathway for individuals looking to enter the HVAC and refrigeration trade on Cape Cod and the surrounding area. Apprentices earn a wage throughout the full duration of the program while gaining practical field experience.
The time-based program runs for 4 years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work with Robies Refrigeration's experienced staff, developing skills in refrigeration system maintenance, HVAC installation and repair, and equipment diagnostics. Technical instruction covers refrigeration theory, electrical principles, system controls, troubleshooting strategies, and safety and regulatory standards.
Upon program completion, graduates are prepared for journey-level work in the HVAC and refrigeration trade. Earning a registered apprenticeship credential positions completers for reliable, skilled employment in a field with strong demand in both year-round and seasonal commercial markets throughout Massachusetts.
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for HVAC Technician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Massachusetts
HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Massachusetts Board of Sheet Metal Workers.
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