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.
Common Job Titles
- HVAC Mechanic (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Mechanic)
- Refrigeration Mechanic
- Refrigeration Technician (Refrigeration Tech)
- Service Technician (Service Tech)
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
396,870
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $39,130. 25th percentile: U.S. $47,850. 50th percentile: U.S. $59,810. 75th percentile: U.S. $74,820. 90th percentile: U.S. $91,020. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $39,130 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $91,020 |
| Workers on average earn | $62,690 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mechanical4.7/5
- Building and Construction4.2/5
- Customer and Personal Service4.0/5
- Engineering and Technology3.5/5
- Computers and Electronics3.3/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Technology Skills
- Alerton Ascent Compass
- Atlas Construction Business Forms
- Building automation software
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Contact management systems
- Cworks CMMS
- Data logging software
Tools & Equipment
- 4-wire resistance sensors
- Acetylene torches
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Adjustable wrenches
- Air compressors
- Air flow hoods
- Air flow sensors
- Air velocity meters