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Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Mechanic Apprentice

Sheet Metal JATC of Rochester LU #46

Rochester, NY area; within Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties

Apply by Apr 7, 2027 10 openings Driver’s license required
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What is a Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Mechanic?

A Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Mechanic installs, tests, repairs, and maintains furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, ventilation fans, and duct systems in homes and buildings. They handle tools, wiring, pipes, and gauges to find problems and keep equipment working properly. Their work keeps indoor air comfortable, systems efficient, and buildings safe to use.

Pay & earning potential

Starting wage

$49,705
New York State
Long-term earning potential
Starting Wage Annual salary for workers just starting out.
$49,705
Median Wage Annual salary of the typical worker in this occupation.
$68,464
Top Earner Wage Annual salary for highly experienced workers.
$83,725

The earning potential for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers typically ranges from $49,705 to $83,725 annually.
The median salary, representing the typical worker, is $68,464.

About this job

What you might do day to day

  • Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
  • Determine operational compliance with regulations or standards.
  • Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
  • Confer with customers or users to assess problems.
  • Install heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.

Helpful traits for this job

  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cautiousness
  • Perseverance
  • Integrity

How to apply

Apply online at SMW46.com during the recruitment period. Applications must be received by April 7, 2027 at 11:59 p.m.

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Job requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must have a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma (such as TASC or GED), with one year of algebra with a passing grade in Math Course I or Math Course II; or a minimum of 55 on the TASC or GED math test.
  • Must sign an affidavit attesting that they are physically able to perform the work of the trade.
  • Work in the sheet metal industry may be physical and strenuous, including climbing ladders, scaffolds and roofs.
  • Work in the sheet metal industry may be physical and strenuous, including working at great heights.
  • Work in the sheet metal industry may be physical and strenuous, including lifting materials in excess of 70 lbs.
  • Work in the sheet metal industry may be physical and strenuous, including working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
  • Must take and pass a drug test upon offer of employment.
  • May be subject to additional drug testing at any time during the apprenticeship program.
  • Drug testing is paid for by the sponsor.
  • Must have a valid NYS driver’s license in order to operate company vehicles.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from various job sites and required classes at the approved school.
  • Must be a resident, for at least one year, within the jurisdiction of Sheet Metal Workers of Rochester, Local Union #46, including the counties of Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates.

More information

For further information, contact Sheet Metal Workers of Rochester, Local Union #46 at (585) 254-9151.

Organization
Sheet Metal Workers of Rochester, Local Union #46
Phone
(585) 254-9151
Get ready to apply

Apply by Apr 7, 2027