HVAC Technician at Sapper HVAC
at Sapper HVAC in Chandler, AZ
About This Program
Sapper HVAC sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Chandler, Arizona, in the heart of the Phoenix East Valley. This non-union program gives motivated individuals in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area a paid, structured entry point into the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning trade. Apprentices earn wages while training, allowing them to support themselves financially as they build long-term career skills.
The program runs for four years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install, service, and troubleshoot residential and commercial HVAC systems in one of the hottest major metros in the country. Coursework covers refrigerants and EPA compliance, electrical systems, system diagnostics, air distribution, and safety regulations applicable to the Arizona market.
Graduates of the program qualify as journey-level HVAC technicians. The Phoenix metro's rapid population growth and extreme desert climate create some of the highest demand for HVAC professionals in the nation, making this apprenticeship with Sapper HVAC an excellent investment in a career with strong regional job prospects.
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 Arizona
HVAC Technicians in Arizona are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Arizona Registrar of Contractors.
View full Arizonalicensing requirements →Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
See something wrong? Help us improve this page.