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HVAC Apprentice

Dalton Plumbing Heating Cooling Electric & Fireplaces

Cedar Rapids, IA

Posted/Updated: 30+ days ago

Job Description

At Dalton PHC, we’re proud to sponsor and mentor the next generation 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

Apply Today
Take the first step toward a stable, rewarding, and debt-free career in HVAC. Apply today to join Dalton PHC’s HVAC Apprenticeship Program and start building your future.

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