HVAC Technician at Wooldridge Heating & Air, Inc.
at Wooldridge Heating & Air, Inc. in Lynchburg, VA
About This Program
Wooldridge Heating & Air, Inc., an employer sponsor located in Lynchburg, VA, offers a registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices are paid throughout training, working alongside experienced technicians while building the skills needed for a lasting career in the HVAC trade.
The program runs four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training supplemented by 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain experience installing, servicing, and troubleshooting residential and commercial HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, and ventilation systems. Technical coursework covers refrigerant safety, load calculations, electrical controls, and diagnostic procedures.
Graduates earn journey-level HVAC technician status and are prepared to work independently across a range of settings. Wooldridge Heating & Air's established reputation in the Lynchburg area provides apprentices with a strong foundation and reliable career opportunities in Virginia's Piedmont region.
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 Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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