HVAC Technician at Royal Air Heating & Air Conditioning
at Royal Air Heating & Air Conditioning in Howell, NJ
About This Program
Royal Air Heating & Air Conditioning, located in Howell, NJ, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship through a non-union, employer-based program. Apprentices are paid throughout training, developing practical HVAC skills alongside experienced professionals in one of New Jersey's fastest-growing counties.
The four-year program is built around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working with Royal Air's team, apprentices gain hands-on experience installing, servicing, and repairing heating and air conditioning systems in residential and light commercial settings across Monmouth County. Technical coursework covers refrigeration theory, electrical systems, HVAC controls, system diagnostics, load calculations, and applicable codes and safety practices.
Upon completing the program, graduates are qualified journey-level HVAC technicians, ready to work independently across a variety of system types. Howell Township's rapidly growing residential base and surrounding Monmouth County market provide strong, consistent demand for skilled HVAC professionals.
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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