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HVAC Technician

HVAC technicians install and fix heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems. Short training programs lead straight to steady, year-round demand in every climate.

Median Salary
$61,010/yr
Typical Range
$40,050 – $95,210
Job Outlook
As fast as average

What does a HVAC Technician do?

  • Install and service furnaces, AC units, and heat pumps
  • Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults
  • Handle refrigerants safely (EPA certification required)
  • Explain repairs and maintenance to customers

Education & training

High school diploma plus a 6-month to 2-year HVAC program

How to become a HVAC Technician

  1. Finish high school
  2. Complete an HVAC certificate or associate program
  3. Earn your EPA Section 608 certification
  4. Start as an apprentice or helper and work up to technician

Skills that help

TroubleshootingMechanical aptitudeCustomer serviceAttention to detail

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National wage figures via O*NET Web Services. This application incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Figures are national estimates and vary by state, employer, and experience.

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