3 registered apprenticeship programs in Alabama. Starting wages from $15.55/hr, advancing to $22.21/hr at journeyman level.
$15.55/hr
Starting wage
$22.21/hr
Journeyman wage
4–5 years
Program length
3
Registered programs
Programs registered with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL RAPIDS) and/or the AL state apprenticeship agency. Contact programs directly for current enrollment windows and openings.
| Program | Sponsor | Duration | Wage progression |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC/R Apprenticeship — Alabama PHCC Chapter | Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Alabama | 4 years / 8,000 OJT hours | 50% → 60% → 70% → 85% of journeyman rate |
| Sheet Metal Worker Apprenticeship — Birmingham SMWIA Local 48 | Sheet Metal Workers Local 48, Birmingham | 5 years / 10,000 OJT hours | 45% → 55% → 65% → 75% → 90% of journeyman rate |
| HVAC Technician Apprenticeship — Comfort Systems USA Southeast | Comfort Systems USA Southeast | 4 years / 8,000 OJT hours | $16/hr → $18/hr → $21/hr → $24/hr |
Wages shown use the standard DOL apprenticeship progression schedule applied to the Alabama journeyman median of $22.21/hr (BLS OEWS 2024, SOC 49-9021). Actual rates depend on the specific program sponsor.
| Stage | % of journeyman | Estimated hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (0–12 months) | 50% | $11.11/hr |
| Year 2 (12–24 months) | 60% | $13.33/hr |
| Year 3 (24–36 months) | 70% | $15.55/hr |
| Year 4 (36–48 months) | 80% | $17.77/hr |
| Year 5 / Journeyman | 100% | $22.21/hr |
Alabama Department of Labor — Apprenticeship Alabama
https://labor.alabama.gov/apprenticeship-alabama/Register your apprenticeship, verify program sponsors, and find additional registered programs not listed here.
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Browse all apprentice jobsMost registered HVAC apprenticeship programs in Alabama take 4–5 years, combining on-the-job training (OJT) hours with related technical instruction (RTI).
Entry-level apprentices in Alabama typically start around $15.55/hour (≈50% of journeyman rate). By program completion, wages reach approximately $22.21/hour.
Must be at least 18 years old High school diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver's license Able to lift 50 lbs and work in confined spaces Pass a drug screening prior to enrollment Algebra or math aptitude test may be required by sponsoring employer Individual program sponsors may have additional requirements.
Wage data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 (SOC 49-9021). Program information reflects DOL RAPIDS database patterns as of 2026. Contact individual program sponsors for current enrollment status and exact wage schedules.
