HVAC Install Apprentice — Hands-On Duct & System Setup

Pacific Aire Home Services; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with bonuses

401(k) Match

Paid time off

Company events & parties

Health benefits

Job summary

Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical in Oxnard, CA is seeking an HVAC Install Apprentice to support licensed technicians with installing heating and cooling systems in homes and businesses, learning hands-on as you go. It’s a trade with steady demand and a path to a long-term career.

You will assist with setup and installation, prepare tools and materials, and follow blueprints under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and customer communication as you grow your HVAC skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in or interest in HVAC apprenticeship or trade school preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Willingness to learn HVAC installation practices and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist HVAC installers with setup, installation, and replacement of HVAC systems.
• Prepare tools, materials, and work areas; measure, cut, drill, and assemble under supervision.
• Follow blueprints, schematics, and project instructions to ensure code compliance and safety.
• Maintain clean, safe job sites and log work performed and time.
• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers; participate in training and safety meetings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Blueprint reading

Electrical basics

Measuring tools

Job description

Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical in Oxnard, CA is seeking an HVAC Install Apprentice to support licensed technicians with installing heating and cooling systems in homes and businesses, learning hands-on as you go. It’s a trade with steady demand and a path to a long-term career.

You will assist with setup and installation, prepare tools and materials, and follow blueprints under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and customer communication as you grow your HVAC skills.