HVAC Technician at Unlimited Heating & Refrigeration
at Unlimited Heating & Refrigeration in Moscow, ID
About This Program
Unlimited Heating & Refrigeration, an employer-sponsored non-union program located in Moscow, Idaho, offers a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices are paid throughout training, making this an accessible entry point into a skilled trade without the cost of traditional classroom-only education.
The program runs four years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain experience in HVAC and refrigeration system installation and service, electrical diagnostics, refrigerant handling under EPA guidelines, controls and thermostat systems, and code compliance. The sponsor's refrigeration component may provide additional exposure to commercial cooling applications.
Graduates earn recognition as journey-level HVAC technicians. Moscow's location in northern Idaho, near a university community, creates steady demand for both residential and commercial HVAC services, giving apprentices consistent and varied work experience throughout their training.
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.
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
Trade School
Licensing in Idaho
HVAC Technicians in Idaho are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Idaho Division of Building Safety – Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Program.
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