HVAC Install Apprentice

Grapids Home Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with incentives

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company events & parties

Health benefits

Job summary

Grapids Home Services is seeking an HVAC Install Apprentice in Grand Rapids, MI to assist licensed technicians with setting up heating and air conditioning systems in homes and businesses, learning hands-on as you go and building skills for a long-term career.

You will participate in installations, measure and prepare materials, and follow blueprints under supervision while maintaining safe, clean job sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in or interest in an HVAC apprenticeship or trade school program preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to learn HVAC installation practices and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist HVAC installers with setup, installation, and replacement of HVAC systems, including ductwork and wiring.
• Prepare tools, materials, and work areas; perform basic tasks like measuring, cutting, drilling, and assembling under supervision.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, and project instructions; ensure work meets building codes and safety regulations.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites; document work performed and time logs as required.
• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers; participate in training and safety meetings to build HVAC trade knowledge.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC apprenticeship/trade school enrollment preferred

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Position Summary

As an HVAC Install Apprentice, you'll support licensed technicians and installers with setting up heating and air conditioning systems in homes and businesses, learning hands‑on as you go. It's a trade with steady, reliable demand, and this is where you start building real skills for a long-term career.

Key Responsibilities

Assist HVAC installers with the setup, installation, and replacement of HVAC systems, including ductwork and wiring
Prepare tools, materials, and work areas, and perform basic tasks like measuring, cutting, drilling, and assembling under supervision
Follow blueprints, schematics, and project instructions from senior technicians, ensuring all work meets building codes and safety regulations
Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites, and document work performed and time logs as required
Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers, and take part in training and safety meetings to build your HVAC trade knowledge

We Offer

Weekly pay with incentives and bonuses
401(k) retirement with company match
Holiday pay, vacation pay, & paid time off
Company events & parties
Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & long and short-term disability insurance

Qualifications

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required
Enrollment in or interest in an HVAC apprenticeship or trade school program preferred

Experience

Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand and power tools
Willingness to learn HVAC installation practices and safety protocols

Licenses/Certifications

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision
Good teamwork and communication skills

Physical Demands and Conditions

Lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods
Work performed indoors, outdoors, and sometimes in confined spaces or varying weather conditions

Work Environment/Travel

Field-based role with daily travel to residential and commercial job sites
May require evening, weekend, or overtime work depending on project schedules

Ability to pass background check and drug screening