What is an Apprenticeship Program?

· Earn while you learn!  Work with an experienced trade professional to learn a valuable trade while earning a good wage.  Complete industry-certified training coursework and receive pay increases as you gain more knowledge and skills.

· Work anywhere. Upon completion of the 4 year program you will receive a nationally recognized certificate.

How Much Can I Earn?

· Earn $11.00-$14.00 per hour to start.

· Advance to $22 per hour—that’s about $46,000 per year—within 4 years.

· Experienced HVAC professionals can make upwards of $55,000 per year.

How Do I Get Started?

· You must meet these minimum qualifications:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age

2. Have a high school diploma or GED, or international equivalent.  Completion of one year of high school algebra, Integrated Math 2, or equivalent post-high school algebra course(s) with a grade of C or better, or equivalent math placement test scores

· Note:  Employers may require a pre-employment substance abuse test and may require a valid driver’s license

· Applications will be ranked based on a point system and a scored interview

How Do I Apply? 

· Accepting applications:   February 8-February 26, 2010, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4PM.    Applications are available at the ABC    
        offices at:

            8625 Cascade Ave, Ste 100,
            Beaverton, OR  97008,
            503.598.0522.

· For more information visit www.abcpnw.org,  
        or click here for apprenticeship application info.


Attention Veterans: Program qualifies for educational benefits

Minorities and women encouraged to apply

What Do HVAC Professionals Do?

· Follow blueprints or other specifications to install oil, gas, electric, solid-fuel, multiple fuel heating systems; motors compressors, condensing units, evaporators and piping

· Connect electrical wiring and controls and check the heating or air conditioning unit for proper operation

· Weld and connect supply lines, air ducts and vents, refrigeration piping and pumps

· Interact with customers to answer questions, provide recommendations and invoice for services

DATE OF NOTICE: January 8, 2010

This is a public notice from the Area 1 HVAC JATC,
MA #1080, a registered training program with the
Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries.

Employers are located in the counties of Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Marion, Multnomah, Washington, and the North half of Yamhill county in the State of Oregon.