HVAC Technician at Woodcock Refrigeration Co., Inc.
at Woodcock Refrigeration Co., Inc. in South Windsor, CT
About This Program
Woodcock Refrigeration Co., Inc. sponsors a registered HVAC Technician apprenticeship in South Windsor, CT. This non-union, employer-sponsored program is a paid training opportunity for those looking to enter the HVAC and refrigeration field through structured, hands-on learning.
Over four years, apprentices complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working with Woodcock Refrigeration's team, apprentices develop skills across heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems—learning installation, maintenance, system diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and refrigerant management. Classroom training provides the technical background needed to understand and apply refrigeration theory, codes, and safety practices on the job.
Graduates complete the program as journey-level HVAC technicians with meaningful refrigeration experience. Woodcock Refrigeration Co.'s background in both comfort systems and commercial refrigeration gives completers a versatile skill set valued by employers in South Windsor and throughout central Connecticut.
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 Connecticut
HVAC Technicians in Connecticut are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection – Occupational and Professional Licensing.
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