HVAC Technician at Vision Air Services-HVAC
at Vision Air Services-HVAC in Tulsa, OK
About This Program
Vision Air Services-HVAC sponsors this registered HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Tulsa, OK. This employer-sponsored, non-union program is a paid training pathway for individuals ready to enter the HVAC trade and build a skilled career from the ground up. Apprentices begin earning wages immediately while developing hands-on expertise under the guidance of experienced professionals.
The program spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training combined with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work daily on residential and commercial HVAC systems, learning installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures. Technical coursework addresses refrigeration cycles, electrical systems, indoor air quality, load calculations, and EPA refrigerant regulations.
Upon completing the apprenticeship, graduates earn journey-level status as HVAC technicians. Vision Air Services provides apprentices with real-world exposure to a range of HVAC applications, and completers leave the program fully prepared to serve customers and advance in the trade throughout the Tulsa metro area and across Oklahoma.
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 Oklahoma
HVAC Technicians in Oklahoma are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Oklahoma Construction Industries Board.
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