Career Opportunities

Employment in these fields is offered at a variety of sites, such as:

• Air conditioning and refrigeration contractors
• Manufacturing companies
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Office buildings
• Local and federal government agencies

Statistics

• According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:
  • About 16% of technicians are self-employed
  • Employment of HVACR technicians is projected to increase 28% during the 2008-18 decade, much faster than the average
  • $19.08 = median hourly earnings of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers in May 2008
    
    
• According to Texas Labor Market Information:
  • Employment of HVACR technicians is projected to increase 31% during the 2008-18 decade in Texas alone
  • $38,591 = 2009 Annual wage for HVACR mechanics and installers (SOC Code - 49-9021)

Reviewed March 15, 2012