DAYTON REGIONAL WORKFORCE PORTAL
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hot-air furnaces, and heating stoves.
Fast Facts
Hourly Pay
Entry Level: $14.50/hr
Median: $20.40/hr
Experienced: $27.28/hr
Current Employment
979 (2019)
Projected Employment
1,114 (2030)
Growth for Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
| 2019 Jobs | 2030 Jobs | Change (2019-2030) | % Change (2019-2030) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 979 | 1,114 | 135 | 14% |
Industries Employing Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
| Industry | Occupation Jobs in Industry (2019) | % of Occupation in Industry (2019) | % of Total Jobs in Industry (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | 725 | 74% | 23.2% |
| Federal Government, Civilian, Excluding Postal Service | 19 | 2% | 0.1% |
| Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance | 17 | 1.7% | 3.1% |
| Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors | 14 | 1.4% | 0.7% |
| Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals | 12 | 1.2% | 0.1% |
Occupational Skills
- Test pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution
- Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments
- Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system
- Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment
- Test lines, components, and connections for leaks
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