HVAC Technician at Walley’s Heating & Air Conditioning
at Walley’s Heating & Air Conditioning in Nashua, NH
About This Program
Walley's Heating & Air Conditioning, based in Nashua, NH, sponsors this registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship through a non-union, employer-based program. Apprentices earn competitive wages throughout the training period, gaining real-world experience in one of the most in-demand skilled trades in New England.
The apprenticeship lasts four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working in southern New Hampshire's busy residential and commercial market, apprentices learn to install, service, and troubleshoot a wide range of heating and cooling systems. Technical coursework covers refrigeration fundamentals, electrical systems, HVAC controls, heat load calculations, and applicable safety codes.
Graduates earn journey-level HVAC technician status, qualifying them to work independently across a broad range of system types. Nashua's growing population and proximity to the Massachusetts border create a robust, year-round demand for skilled HVAC professionals.
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 New Hampshire
HVAC Technicians in New Hampshire are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification – HVAC Licensing Board.
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