HVAC Apprentice in Cedar Rapids

Energy Jobline ZR; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn While You Learn

Hands-On Experience

High Demand & Job Security

Clear Career Growth

Mentorship & Support

College-Backed Training

Job summary

Dalton PHC operates an Apprenticeship Program in collaboration with Hawkeye Community College. As an Apprentice HVAC Technician, you’ll join a 4‑year path blending classroom learning with real job‑site experience, supervised by licensed pros, and classes at Hawkeye Community College.

You’ll graduate ready to become a licensed journeyman HVAC technician. You’ll progress year by year, gaining practical skills on residential and commercial systems, with mentorship and structured training designed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or working toward completion.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Interest in a long‑term skilled trade career in HVAC.
• Reliable transportation to work sites and classes.
• Positive attitude, problem‑solving mindset, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assisting licensed HVAC technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems
• Learning how to troubleshoot and solve HVAC system issues
• Following safety procedures and industry codes
• Attending scheduled classes at Hawkeye Community College
• Progressing each year with greater responsibilities and technical skills

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Interest in HVAC

Problem-solving mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

At Dalton PHC, we’re proud to sponsor and mentor the next of HVAC professionals through our Apprenticeship Program in partnership with Hawkeye Community College. This is a structured, hands‑on path into a high‑demand career where you can build skills, earn a paycheck, and set yourself up for long‑term success in the trades.

Position Overview

As an Apprentice HVAC Technician, you’ll be enrolled in a 4‑year program that blends classroom learning with real job‑site experience. You’ll work alongside licensed professionals on heating, cooling, and ventilation systems while attending classes at Hawkeye Community College. By the end of the program, you’ll have the skills and credentials to become a licensed journeyman HVAC technician.

Why Choose the Apprenticeship Path?

• Earn While You Learn – Receive a paycheck from day one while completing your training.
• Hands‑On Experience – Gain practical skills by working directly on residential and commercial HVAC systems.
• High Demand & Job Security – HVAC is an essential trade with strong, steady demand year‑round.
• Clear Career Growth – Progress from apprentice to journeyman with excellent earning potential and advancement opportunities.
• Mentorship & Support – Learn from experienced professionals who are invested in your success.
• College-Backed Training – Benefit from structured classroom instruction through Hawkeye Community College while applying what you learn in the field.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting licensed HVAC technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems
• Learning how to troubleshoot and solve HVAC system issues
• Following safety procedures and industry codes
• Attending scheduled classes at Hawkeye Community College
• Progressing each year with greater responsibilities and technical skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or working toward completion)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Interest in a long‑term skilled trade career in HVAC
• Reliable transportation to work sites and classes
• Positive attitude, problem‑solving mindset, and reliability