Opportunities in HVAC

As a trained, experienced professional who can demonstrate the right skills and knowledge, you should be have many exciting and respected career options open to you.

An Essential Service

Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning specialists install HVAC systems in homes and businesses all year-round. They provide an essential service by making people comfortable in their homes and businesses all year-round; maintaining the freshness of food, medicine and other perishables; keeping air clean; and allowing computers, machinery and other equipment to run efficiently and smoothly.

Heads & Hands

Their services cover a broad range of technical capabilities, involving a wide range of tools, equipment and components. These include motors, compressors, fans, fans, ducts, pipes, thermostats and switches. As such, HVAC technicians are often part electrician, part mechanic, and part electronics engineer. They work with their heads as well as their hands—diagnosing problems, replacing worn parts, checking for leaks, making adjustments, juggling schedules and more. Experienced people who have solid skills and training can reap substantial rewards from HVAC careers; not only from completing a job well done, but also from receiving the positive feedback of gratified customers.

Never a Dull Moment

HVAC professionals work indoors and out, wherever there are people and buildings. When a home air conditioner quits in the middle of a heat wave, when a large hospital’s heating system suddenly breaks down, when the freezer case in an ice cream shop goes on the blink: the skill and know-how of the HVAC technician is needed for immediate assistance.

Building Contractors Use HVAC Technicians

Building contractors use HVAC technicians, and sometimes hire large crews.

Residential Maintenance & Service Technicians

Residential maintenance and service technicians may work from mobile “offices on wheels” making on-the-spot service calls for homeowners or businesses. They often may work odd hours—including evenings or weekends—and receive commensurate pay.

Plumbing Supply & Hardware Stores

Plumbing supply and hardware stores are often good places to start out and “learn the ropes” of the HVAC business. Retail and wholesale equipment and supply shops may prefer employees with professional-level knowledge on board.

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