ProTech HVAC Learning
Whether you’re interested in residential Air Conditioning work or a career that will take you behind the scenes in commercial, Refrigeration, and industrial Service, becoming an HVAC technician starts with online classroom training so you can step into an apprenticeship program or full on training that includes hands on experience, as well. Find out how you can get started today.
HVAC Technician Duties
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers typically do the following:
- Install, clean, and maintain HVACR systems
- Install electrical components and wiring
- Inspect and test HVACR systems and components
- Discuss system malfunctions with customers
- Repair or replace worn or defective parts
- Recommend maintenance to improve system performance
- Keep records of work performed
HVAC Pay
The median annual wage for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers was $48,730 in May 2019. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $30,610, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $77,920.
How to get started
Because HVACR systems have become increasingly complex, employers generally prefer applicants with postsecondary education or those who have completed an apprenticeship. You can get hired directly by a company or union into an apprenticeship program, But without some form of education before hand and during your early years in this field, it will take at least 5 years to really qualify as a master HVAC technician. You can speed that up by 2 to 3 years with prior formal training.
Service Tech's at work
New service Tech's work along side experienced Tech's. So, they can apply book knowledge to real world applications.
Refrigeration Service
Also known as refrigeration mechanics, perform work on refrigeration systems. They repair, install and troubleshoot systems in residential and commercial settings, which include heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units, refrigerated storage units, ice machines and beverage equipment.
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Don't put off 'till tomorrow what you can start today. Ask yourself, "Where will I be in 1 year, then 3 years, and then 5 years?" Will you be kicking yourself, because in that time you could be in a career that's rewarding and that you love.
