About the apprenticeship and what we do

Sophisticated refrigeration and climate control systems require technologically skilled technicians.

HVAC/R service technicians repair and maintain the refrigeration systems in supermarkets, restaurants and convenience stores, as well as the industrial heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in office buildings, manufacturing facilities, large computer rooms, hospitals and other large structures where Heating or Cooling is required.

The Refrigeration Apprenticeship is a 5 year learning journey.  It involves 7220 hours on the job practical training and 4 levels of technical training.  You should be comfortable with math and basic physics.  JARTS gives you the knowledge required to solve mechanical and electrical problems, as well as the confidence to know you are doing it right the first time.

How to get started

Apprenticeship is both an ancient tradition and a highly effective modern training method, particularly for those choosing to work in the exciting and technical HVACR service industry.

Sign up for our Pre-Employment Course and get a jump on your competition for an entry level job with an HVAC/R contractor.

Once you have been hired by a contractor, and your apprenticeship is registered, sign up for our Trade Math Upgrade Course to be sure you are ready to face the challenges of Level One.

Average pay of an HVAC Mechanic

Skilled labour is not cheap, and cheap labour is not skilled.

HVAC/R technicians are well paid for their technical knowledge and skills as problem solvers.

Journeymen Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Mechanics or Technicians make between $38.00/hr and $53.00/hr depending on sector of the trade, employer,  experience, and technical knowledge.

Constantly evolving technology challenges HVAC and refrigeration technicians to hone their knowledge and skills, but it ensures that they will always be in high demand.

The Industry Training Authority

For more information on becoming an HVAC/R mechanic, follow the links to the Industry Training Authority

www.itabc.ca