HVAC Technician at Triton Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
at Triton Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. in Davenport, IA
About This Program
Triton Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., located in Davenport, IA, sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship for individuals pursuing a career in the mechanical trades. This non-union program offers paid training in one of the Quad Cities' active service markets, combining plumbing and HVAC experience in a single employer setting.
The apprenticeship is four years long, with 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work in the field on real projects alongside experienced technicians, learning how to install, service, and troubleshoot heating, cooling, and air conditioning systems. Technical classes address refrigerant management, electrical wiring, system controls, airflow design, and applicable codes and regulations.
Graduates complete the program as skilled HVAC technicians ready for independent fieldwork. Triton's combined plumbing and HVAC environment provides apprentices with a broad exposure to mechanical systems, creating a versatile foundation for career advancement in the Davenport area and across the Quad Cities 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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