HVAC Technician at Snyder Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC
at Snyder Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC in Middletown, CT
About This Program
Snyder Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in Middletown, CT. This non-union program is employer-sponsored and pays apprentices throughout their training, allowing individuals to build skills and income at the same time.
The program runs four years and combines 8,000 hours of supervised on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. At Snyder, apprentices work hands-on with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, learning to perform installations, maintenance calls, and system repairs. Technical coursework supports field work with instruction in areas such as refrigeration cycles, airflow fundamentals, electrical wiring, and diagnostic methods.
Upon completion, apprentices are prepared to work as journey-level HVAC technicians. The skills and verified experience gained through Snyder Heating & Air Conditioning provide a competitive foundation for lasting employment in Connecticut's active HVAC job market.
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 Connecticut
HVAC Technicians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Occupational and Professional Licensing.
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