What are HVAC career like?
like how thins really work in the field or in the career
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Billy’s Answer
My brother works in the HVAC industry and we live in Arizona so he has a crazy busy time of year and also a very slow time of year.
There are many different roles the HVAC industry; AC Technician, HVAC Engineer, HVAC Installer, Mechanic, HVAC Technician, Refrigeration Technician, Solar Technician and Wind Turbine Technician.
Professionals known as AC technicians ensure that the temperature in a controlled climate is just where it needs to be. Their work often occurs in homes and businesses, but they also make sure that temperatures are spot on in places such as hospitals and grocery stores. They may have regular 9-to-5 hours but also be on call for when systems in homes and businesses go out or are in need of emergency repair.
HVAC engineers plan and coordinate every aspect of a system installation. They can conduct performance evaluations of existing systems and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, as well as design climate control systems for new construction.
HVAC installation is the process of putting heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems into residential and commercial properties. HVAC installers need to have mechanical skills and be manually dexterous to put these systems into place. They should be physically strong, capable of troubleshooting, and know how to manage their time since they may have more than one site where they work.
Think about your ideal day. Maybe it is relaxing poolside in a beautiful tropical retreat and then retiring to a luxury hotel room for a mid-afternoon siesta. Or perhaps it is whooshing down an Alpine ski run while the sun is out and then spending the evening curled up by a fireplace with hot cocoa. These scenarios are very different but have something in common: after a day in the sun, you get to go inside where it is comfortable and dry. And that would not be possible with HVAC mechanics.
HVAC technicians work in the installation, maintenance and repair of heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems. They may specialize in specific areas, such as refrigeration systems, and seek certifications to reflect their expertise. They can work for a company or, after obtaining a license if it is required in their state, do contract work on their own. With time and experience on the job, they could move into a supervisory position for acompany.
A refrigeration technician cares for the refrigeration and cooling systems in a home or place of business, such as a restaurant kitchen, grocery store, or a home that is under construction. They know how to install and repair these systems and may be tasked with doing upgrades, replacing parts or working with new units. Refrigeration technicians are usually familiar with many different kinds of systems, and know how to read schematics.
Thanks to the solar power market's rapid growth, the BLS has noted a positive job outlook for solar PV installers. It predicts that employment will more than double between 2016 and 2026 and that the industry will open up excellent job opportunities for qualified individuals, particularly those who complete photovoltaic training programs.
As the demand for renewable and green energy continues to escalate, the number of wind turbines and wind farms will increase. Jobs for wind turbine technicians are the second-fastest growing occupation in the United States.
(Job descriptions I found at : https://www.hvacclasses.org/careers)
These jobs require someone being able to work in the elements, hot days, cold days, on top of a house, under a house and so on.
The good thing about this position is there is always a demand for this type of work.