Heating & A/C Mechanics and Installers | Start The Conversation Here

Employment Current: 16,950
Employment Projected: 18,460
Percentage Change: 8.9%

Training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

A/C Tech (Air Conditioning Technician)
HVAC Installer (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Installer)
HVAC Mechanic (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Mechanic)
HVAC Service Tech (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Service Technician)
HVAC Service Technician (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Service Technician)
HVAC Specialist (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Specialist)
HVAC Technician (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Technician)
HVAC Technician (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician)
Service Technician
Systems Mechanic

Test pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution.
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.
Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.
Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.
Repair or service heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency, such as by changing filters, cleaning ducts, or refilling non-toxic refrigerants. Green Task Statement

Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Entry Level: $34,220
Average: $52,490
Experienced: $79,630