HVAC Technician at Simmons Heating Cooling & Refrigeration
at Simmons Heating Cooling & Refrigeration in Linden, NJ
About This Program
Simmons Heating Cooling & Refrigeration sponsors this non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Linden, NJ. This registered, employer-sponsored program pays apprentices throughout training, making it a practical way to enter a stable and growing skilled trade without upfront tuition costs.
The program is time-based over four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work with experienced technicians on heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems, gaining hands-on skills in installation, service, and diagnostics. Classroom instruction covers refrigeration cycles, electrical fundamentals, system controls, load calculations, and safety and regulatory requirements.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians equipped to handle residential and commercial systems independently. The nationally recognized registered apprenticeship credential from Simmons Heating Cooling & Refrigeration is a strong professional foundation for a long-term career in the 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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