HVAC Technician at SAMS Heating and Air Conditioning
at SAMS Heating and Air Conditioning in Edwardsburg, MI
About This Program
SAMS Heating and Air Conditioning sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Edwardsburg, MI. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides a paid training pathway into the HVAC trade for individuals in southwestern Michigan near the Indiana border. Apprentices earn wages throughout the 4-year program while working toward a journey-level credential recognized across the industry.
The time-based program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside SAMS Heating and Air Conditioning's experienced technicians, developing skills in the installation, maintenance, and repair of residential and commercial HVAC systems. Technical instruction covers refrigeration principles, electrical theory, equipment controls, diagnostic techniques, energy efficiency, and safety and code requirements.
Completing the program prepares graduates to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. The registered apprenticeship credential demonstrates their competency in the full scope of HVAC work and positions them for stable, skilled employment in a trade with consistent demand across both residential and commercial markets in the Edwardsburg area and the broader Michiana region.
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 Michigan
HVAC Technicians in Michigan are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Bureau of Construction Codes.
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