Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Their job duties typically include inspecting HVACR systems, testing components for functionality, identifying problems, replacing or repairing defective parts, performing regular maintenance, ensuring systems operate efficiently, and complying with relevant regulations and standards. They may work in a variety of environments, including homes, schools, hospitals, office buildings, and manufacturing plants.
This income data is sourced from the May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey. The dataset is updated annually.
Annual Pay Distribution | Salary |
|---|---|
10th percentile | $37,130.00 |
25th percentile | $43,810.00 |
median (50th percentile) | $47,050.00 |
75th percentile | $58,860.00 |
90th percentile | $65,240.00 |
Hourly Pay Distribution | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
10th percentile | $17.85 |
25th percentile | $21.06 |
median (50th percentile) | $22.62 |
75th percentile | $28.30 |
90th percentile | $31.37 |
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers typically need postsecondary nondegree education, such as technical or trade school courses related to HVACR systems. Some may learn through an apprenticeship. High school diploma or equivalent is generally required for entry into these programs, but a college degree is not mandatory. Training involves learning about heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration theory, equipment design, installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting. Apprenticeships often last 3 to 5 years and include on-the-job training along with classroom instruction. Additionally, technicians may need to obtain certifications for handling refrigerants, which are required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).