HVAC Academy Apprentice

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Louisville, KY, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $16.00 To $21.00 Annually

Company: Tom Drexler Plumbing, Air & Electric

Start your career in the HVAC industry with paid training and hands‑on experience. Our HVAC Academy is designed to train the next generation of technicians through classroom instruction, hands‑on learning, and real‑world field experience alongside experienced HVAC professionals.

If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and learning a trade that is always in demand, this opportunity is for you.

• Competitive pay: $16–$21 per hour (based on experience)
• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid HVAC training program
• Career advancement opportunities – we promote from within

What You’ll Do

• Complete a 4–6 month paid HVAC training program
• Participate in classroom instruction and hands‑on lab training
• Ride along with experienced HVAC technicians
• Complete knowledge checks and training assessments

• Assist technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of residential HVAC systems
• Help diagnose system issues and perform routine service
• Assist with job site preparation, equipment setup, and cleanup
• Transport tools, materials, and parts as needed
• Learn HVAC troubleshooting, installation, and service procedures

• Maintain clean and organized job sites
• Assist with installing HVAC components such as ductwork and piping
• Follow company safety policies and industry regulations
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in learning HVAC systems
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Basic math skills
• Good communication and listening skills

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work in a physically active environment

Preferred:

• HVAC trade school training or mechanical experience
• EPA Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Prior construction or trade experience

• Lift and carry equipment up to 75–100 lbs
• Work in attics, crawlspaces, and on ladders
• Bend, climb, squat, and reach regularly
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to construction environments and power tools

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle report (if applicable), in compliance with applicable laws.

Tom Drexler Plumbing, Air & Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).