HVAC Technician at Sabre Plumbing, Heating and Air of Des Moines
at Sabre Plumbing, Heating and Air of Des Moines in Ankeny, IA
About This Program
Sabre Plumbing, Heating and Air of Des Moines sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship based in Ankeny, IA. This non-union program offers paid, structured training for individuals entering the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning trade in the greater Des Moines metro area.
The apprenticeship is four years long and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work in the field on real residential and commercial projects, gaining experience with system installation, service calls, and equipment troubleshooting. Classroom instruction addresses refrigeration theory, electrical systems, airflow and ductwork, load calculations, and code compliance.
Graduates earn a journeyman-level credential as a skilled HVAC technician. The Ankeny and greater Des Moines area is a growing market for HVAC services, giving completers strong local employment prospects. This apprenticeship with Sabre Plumbing, Heating and Air is a practical, earn-while-you-learn pathway into a stable and in-demand 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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