HVAC Technician at Shearer Heating and Air Conditioning Inc.
at Shearer Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. in Washington, PA
About This Program
Shearer Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. sponsors this registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Washington, PA. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers a paid, structured route into the HVAC trade for individuals in southwestern Pennsylvania. Apprentices begin earning wages from their first day and progress through a comprehensive training program designed to produce skilled, job-ready technicians.
The four-year program consists of 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside seasoned HVAC professionals at Shearer, apprentices gain practical experience in heating and cooling system installation, maintenance, and repair. Technical coursework covers refrigeration theory, electrical systems, combustion and fuel gas systems, system diagnostics, and compliance with EPA refrigerant regulations.
Graduates of this apprenticeship earn journey-level status as HVAC technicians. The hands-on training provided through Shearer's program prepares completers for careers serving the residential and commercial HVAC market in Washington County and the surrounding southwestern Pennsylvania 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.
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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