HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Wage Spread
Annual wages for HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts across all experience levels.
HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in Massachusetts
HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts earn a median of $76,990/yr — 60% above the national all-occupation median of $48,060. That puts this apprenticeship path well into upper-middle-income territory for the state.
Massachusetts HVAC Technicians earn $76,990/yr — a 29% premium over the $59,810 national median for the trade. Strong union presence or high demand likely drives the spread.
With 8.1% projected growth and 40,100 openings per year, HVAC Technicians face a favorable job market. Retirements in the trade workforce amplify the need for trained replacements.
With 7,960 HVAC Technicians employed (2.0% of the U.S. total), Massachusetts is a smaller market for this trade. Apprenticeship seekers may find limited local options and should explore neighboring states.
The HVAC Technician apprenticeship path spans 4 years in a time-based format. During those 8,000 hours, apprentices rotate between jobsite work under a journeyman and formal instruction in mechanical systems, refrigerant handling, and equipment diagnostics.
Massachusetts's 849 registered apprenticeship sponsors create one of the more competitive markets for program placement. Candidates should apply to multiple programs, as the most popular ones fill quickly.
The 10th-to-90th percentile gap for HVAC Technicians in Massachusetts ($49,540 to $109,220) covers $59,680. Moving up that curve comes from years on the job, foreman promotions, and contractor relationships.
Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in Massachusetts
849 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Massachusetts. Contact directly for program availability and application details.
| Organization | City | County |
|---|---|---|
| Amped Dynamics LLC | Abington | — |
| Walmart - Abington | Abington | — |
| ARAUJO BROTHERS PLUMBING & HEATING, INC. | Acushnet | — |
| M-V ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS, INC. | Acushnet | — |
| South Coast Alternative Power Solutions llc | Acushnet | — |
| Adams Plumbing & Heating, Inc. | Adams | — |
| "Wheeler Electrical" | Agawam | — |
| "ZIELINSKI BROTHERS, INC." | Agawam | — |
| Action Air Inc | Agawam | — |
| DAVID R. NORTHUP ELECTRICAL CONTR, INC. | Agawam | — |
| David R. Northup Electrical Contractors, Inc. | Agawam | — |
| JMC Electrical Solutions, Inc | Agawam | — |
| Kirby Electrical(canceled) | Agawam | — |
| W.F. JOHNSON & SON ELECTRICAL CO., INC. | Agawam | — |
| Trustees of Boston University | Allston | — |
| G & B ELECTRICAL SERVICES, INC. | Amesbury | — |
| Community Works | Amherst | — |
| "Sodexo d/b/a Pfizer Corp." | Andover | — |
| Mechanical Air of N.E., Inc. | Andover | — |
| HOMER CONTRACTING, INC. | Arlington | — |
| Jamie Oil Company, Inc. | Ashland | — |
| Beaupre Electric, Inc. | Assonet | — |
| PROFESSIONAL FIRE & SECURITY, INC. | Assonet | — |
| Raposo Electric, Inc. | Assonet | — |
| ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS, INC. | Attleboro | — |
| + 5 more sponsors in Massachusetts | ||