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Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.

  
  
  
   
$51k/year
   
Train for up to 1 year
   
Some preparation needed
Also known as
A/C Tech (Air Conditioning Technician), HVAC Installer (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Installer), HVAC Mechanic (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Mechanic), HVAC Service Tech (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Service Technician), HVAC Specialist (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Specialist), HVAC Tech (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician), Refrigeration Mechanic, Refrigeration Operator, Refrigeration Technician (Refrigeration Tech), Service Technician (Service Tech)

Skills

Problem-Solving: The ability to define a problem, determine the cause, evaluate alternatives, and implement a solution.
Coordinating: The ability to organize time, people, and resources to achieve a common goal.
Critical Thinking: The ability to analyze and evaluate information to make informed decisions.
Decision Making: The ability to analyze information, evaluate options, and make logical decisions that align with goals and objectives.
Active Listening: The ability to concentrate on and respond to verbal/nonverbal communication to comprehend a speaker’s message.

Local Wage Data

Showing wage data for: Minneapolis, MN

Entry

Median

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Salary

Hourly Wage

$36,170

$51,390

$82,630

$17.39

$24.71

$39.73

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