HVAC Technician at We Care Heating and Air Niceville, L.L.C.
at We Care Heating and Air Niceville, L.L.C. in Niceville, FL
About This Program
We Care Heating and Air Niceville, L.L.C., based in Niceville, FL, offers this registered, non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices receive pay throughout the program while learning their craft in the field under the mentorship of qualified HVAC professionals in the Emerald Coast area.
This four-year program is structured around 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems. Classroom instruction covers refrigeration principles, electrical systems, controls, load calculations, system troubleshooting, and EPA refrigerant certification.
Upon program completion, apprentices qualify as journey-level HVAC technicians. The Niceville and greater Okaloosa County area supports strong demand for HVAC services, providing graduates with solid career opportunities in a skilled, in-demand trade.
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 Florida
HVAC Technicians in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation – Construction Industry Licensing Board.
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