HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in New York
New York Wage Spread
Annual wages for HVAC Technicians in New York across all experience levels.
HVAC Technician Apprenticeship in New York
The median HVAC Technician in New York earns $66,670 annually, outpacing the national all-occupation median by 39%. The trade offers a reliable path to financial stability in the state.
At $66,670/yr, New York HVAC Technicians earn 11% more than the $59,810 national median for the trade. A slight edge that may reflect local demand or cost of living.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 8.1% employment growth for HVAC Technicians through 2034 — well above the average across all occupations. 40,100 annual openings nationally mean strong demand for new apprentices.
With 5.7% of the nation's HVAC Technicians (22,710 workers), New York sits in the middle of the pack. Apprenticeship programs exist but may concentrate in metro areas rather than spread statewide.
The pathway to journeyman HVAC Technician takes 4 years of structured training — 8,000 hours total. Apprentices divide time between the jobsite and technical education in mechanical systems, refrigerant handling, and equipment diagnostics, earning progressively higher wages throughout.
New York's 823 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.
Wages for HVAC Technicians in New York range from $47,510 at the entry level to $98,530 for veterans — a $51,020 spread that maps directly to experience, certifications, and willingness to take on complex jobs.
Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in New York
823 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New York. Contact directly for program availability and application details.
| Organization | City | County |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Spring Construction Company | Akron | — |
| Ae Rosen Electrical Co., Inc. | Albany | — |
| Albany Career Central | Albany | — |
| B.B.A. Inc. Dba Bonacquisti Brothers Construction | Albany | — |
| Best Paving & Sealcoating Inc | Albany | — |
| Boilermakers Northeastern Jac Local #5, Zone 197 | Albany | — |
| Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Oswego) | Albany | — |
| Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Utica) | Albany | — |
| Bricklayers-Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Albany) | Albany | — |
| Carver Construction, Inc. | Albany | — |
| Cek Rn Consulting, Inc | Albany | — |
| Colonie Mechanical Contractors, Inc | Albany | — |
| Comalli Group, Inc. | Albany | — |
| Crisafulli Mechanical Llc | Albany | — |
| E.W. Tompkinsco., Inc. | Albany | — |
| Empire State Marine Trades Association | Albany | — |
| Int'L Assoc Heat & Frost Insulators/Allied Workers | Albany | — |
| Loc. #35 Int'L Union Of Elevator Constructors Jatc | Albany | — |
| MTX Group Inc | Albany | — |
| New York State Apprenticeship Agency | Albany | — |
| New York State Department of Labor | Albany | — |
| New York State Department of Labor | Division of Employment and Workforce Solutions| Apprenticeship Office | Albany | — |
| New York State Office Of The State Comptroller | Albany | — |
| North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund | Albany | — |
| Nsh Usa Corporation | Albany | — |
| + 5 more sponsors in New York | ||