HVAC Technician at Sing Heating and Air

Time-BasedRegistered ApprenticeshipPaid Training

at Sing Heating and Air in North Charleston, SC

About This Program

Sing Heating and Air sponsors a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in North Charleston, South Carolina. This employer-based, non-union program offers a structured training pathway for individuals who want to build a career in the HVAC trade, with full pay during training.

The four-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work hands-on with heating, cooling, and ventilation systems under experienced supervision, developing skills in equipment installation, service, and repair. Technical instruction addresses refrigeration principles, electrical systems and controls, diagnostic procedures, refrigerant regulations, and job-site safety.

Completing the program qualifies apprentices as journey-level HVAC technicians with the skills to work independently on residential and commercial systems. North Charleston's active construction sector and warm climate drive consistent demand for HVAC professionals. This apprenticeship with Sing Heating and Air is a strong starting point for a durable and well-compensated trade career.

Wage & Training

Journeyman Wage

$26

BLS 2023

OJT Hours

8,000

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

RTI Hours

576

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

Duration

4 years

Apprenticeship.gov 2025

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

Cost$0 (earn while you learn)
Duration4 years
Starting wage$16.00/hr
Journeyman wage$25.95/hr
CredentialJourneyman card

Trade School

Cost$5,000–$20,000+
Duration6–24 months
Starting wageEntry-level
ExperienceHands-on labs
CredentialCertificate / diploma

Licensing in South Carolina

HVAC Technicians in South Carolina are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation – Contractors Licensing Board.

View full South Carolinalicensing requirements →

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