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HVAC jobs encompass various roles related to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. They involve installation, maintenance, repair, and control of HVAC equipment. HVAC workers ensure comfortable indoor environments by regulating temperature, humidity, and air quality. Their tasks include diagnosing issues, performing inspections, and optimizing energy efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

Avg pay/year

low
Apprentice

$36,170

med
Journeyman

$51,390

high
Master

$82,630

Months apprentice

48

Number of jobs

415,800

Projected Yearly Job Openings

37,700

Figures based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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General HVAC Technician
A general HVAC technician is a skilled professional who specializes in installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. They ensure optimal performance, troubleshoot problems, and ensure comfortable indoor environments in residential and commercial buildings.
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Commercial HVAC Technician
A commercial HVAC technician is a specialized professional who focuses on the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in commercial and industrial settings. They work with larger and more complex HVAC systems, ensuring proper climate control, energy efficiency, and air quality in commercial buildings such as offices, malls, factories, and warehouses.
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Industrial HVAC Technician
An industrial HVAC technician is a highly skilled specialist responsible for managing, maintaining, and repairing intricate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems within industrial facilities, including factories, refineries, and manufacturing plants. They handle large-scale, complex HVAC equipment, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and energy efficiency in industrial environments to support production processes and worker comfort.
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Residential HVAC Technician
A residential HVAC technician is a professional focused on installing, servicing, and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in homes and small residential properties. They ensure indoor comfort, air quality, and energy efficiency by maintaining and optimizing HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, and ductwork, to meet the needs of homeowners and occupants.
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