HVAC Technician United States

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What the job involves

  • Diagnose and repair heating, cooling, and refrigeration equipment.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on HVAC systems.
  • Install, replace, and service HVAC equipment and components.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration system issues.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations.
  • Communicate repair status and solutions with customers and team members.

Summed up from 30 recent HVAC Technician job postings.

Skills employers ask for

  • HVAC 5 in 10 postings
  • Journeyman HVAC 3 in 10 postings
  • Driving Record 2 in 10 postings
  • Climate Control Repair 2 in 10 postings
  • Commercial HVAC Maintenance 2 in 10 postings

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Certifications and licenses

  • Driver's License 5 in 10 postings
  • AC Certification Type II 2 in 10 postings
  • Refrigeration License 1 in 15 postings
  • Freon Certification 1 in 30 postings
  • Universal CFC License 1 in 35 postings

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Experience asked for

  • 1 to 2 years 2 in 10 postings
  • 3 to 4 years 4 in 10 postings
  • 5 years or more 4 in 10 postings

Typical ask: 3 years.

Education asked for

  • High school diploma or GED 8 in 10 postings
  • Associate degree 1 in 10 postings
  • Bachelor's degree 1 in 15 postings
  • Master's degree 1 in 145 postings

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Is this role in demand?

7,086 open HVAC Technician jobs across the US right now.

Most openings

Typical pay $78,000 a year (most between $66k and $90k). See the full salary breakdown

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