HVAC Installer Apprentice

At Mid-Ohio Air Conditioning it is our mission to provide customers with professional, value based, relational services tailored to each specific need. We provide preventive maintenance, equipment replacement, tenant build out, service, and design-build services.

Position Summary

The HVAC Installer Apprentice works alongside Lead Installers and Installers on commercial construction, tenant improvement, renovation, and retrofit projects throughout Central, Northeast, and Southeast Ohio. This is an entry-level, learn-as-you-go role structured around MOAC's four-year apprenticeship program. Apprentices develop foundational skills in HVAC equipment installation, ductwork, piping, and job site safety through hands-on field experience and formal training.

Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with overtime opportunities regularly available. Apprentices receive company-provided uniforms, tools, a tablet, and ongoing formal and on-the-job training.

Core Responsibilities

Equipment & System Installation Support

• Assist Lead Installers and Installers with the installation and replacement of commercial HVAC equipment including rooftop units, air handling units, fan coils, ductwork, and associated components
• Support refrigerant and hydronic piping installation including material handling, layout assistance, and mechanical fitting assembly (threaded, flanged, and Victaulic/gasketed systems) under direct supervision
• Help install roof curbs, curb adapters, duct transitions, and duct system modifications as directed
• Perform material handling, staging, and organization to support crew productivity on construction and renovation job sites
• Assist with equipment start-up and commissioning activities under the direct supervision of a qualified installer or project manager
  
  

Site & Trade Support

• Assist with coordination and collaboration with other trades on the job site to keep work moving efficiently
• Support accurate completion of daily work records, material logs, and field documentation via MOAC's field service applications
• Maintain a clean, organized job site and company vehicle throughout all phases of a project
  
  

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all OSHA, MOAC, and site-specific safety policies at all times; apply PPE and LOTO procedures as required
• Participate in job site safety meetings, toolbox talks, and MOAC safety training programs
• Report safety incidents, near-misses, or hazardous conditions immediately to the Lead Installer, Project Manager, or VP of Construction
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

MOAC offers a structured wage progression tied to apprenticeship advancement, plus a robust benefits package:

Probationary Period 1 (Year 1) Period 2 (Year 2) Period 3 (Year 3) Period 4 (Year 4)

% of Journey

Rate 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Hourly Rate $22.00 $27.00 $31.50 $36.00 $40.50

• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 6%
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA or FSA
• first-cost medical benefit card
• PTO
• Company-provided uniforms
• tools provided
• safety equipment
• Cell phone stipend
• company tablet with data plan
• tuition reimbursement for industry-related coursework
  
  

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Enrollment in or acceptance into a registered HVAC or sheet metal apprenticeship program, HVAC vocational program, or community college HVAC program preferred
• 0–2 years of construction, mechanical trade, or HVAC-related experience; motivated candidates with demonstrated mechanical aptitude will be considered
  
  

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Ohio driver's license with clean driving record required
• OSHA 10 required (or must complete within the first 90 days of employment)
• EPA Section 608 certification a plus; support provided to obtain
  
  

Skills & Attributes

• Basic mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn HVAC installation techniques and trade skills
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions from lead installers and project managers
• Willingness to learn and use digital field service applications and work order systems
• Team-oriented, reliable, punctual, and professional in customer and construction site environments
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in diverse field conditions including rooftops, confined spaces, active construction sites, and all weather conditions
• Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 75 lbs
• Flexibility for overtime and occasional weekend work
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• HVAC, sheet metal, or plumbing vocational coursework or trade school certificate
• Hands-on construction or mechanical trade experience (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or similar)
• Familiarity with blueprint reading or construction drawings
• Bilingual a plus
  
  

Apprenticeship Program

MOAC's four-year HVAC Installer Apprenticeship is a structured program that combines hands-on field experience with formal classroom and manufacturer training. Apprentices progress through four periods of increasing skill and responsibility, with wage increases at each milestone. Program elements include:

• Manufacturer factory training and product-specific certification courses
• In-house skills training covering ductwork, piping, equipment installation, and start-up procedures
• Online learning resources and industry continuing education
• On-the-job mentoring by Lead Installers and Project Managers
• Tuition reimbursement for industry-related courses taken outside normal business hours
• Support for EPA Section 608 certification and OSHA 30 completion
  
  

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. MOAC reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties at any time.

Mid-Ohio Air Conditioning is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.