HVAC Technician at Vincent Heating & Air Inc
at Vincent Heating & Air Inc in Coventry, RI
About This Program
Vincent Heating & Air Inc offers a registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Coventry, Rhode Island. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides a structured path for individuals who want to enter the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning trade with paid, hands-on training from an established local company.
The apprenticeship spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with experienced technicians, learning to install, troubleshoot, and service HVAC equipment in residential and commercial environments. Technical instruction covers refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, load calculations, EPA refrigerant regulations, and safe work practices.
Completing the program earns apprentices journey-level recognition as HVAC technicians. With the skills and credentials gained, graduates are prepared to take on complex HVAC work independently and pursue long-term career growth in a trade that offers steady employment and competitive wages throughout Rhode Island and beyond.
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 Rhode Island
HVAC Technicians in Rhode Island are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training – Building, Design and Fire Professionals.
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