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A HVAC Technician performs work on a range of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. You might conduct regular maintenance services or make repairs when necessary. HVAC Technicians might install new systems, make adjustments to individual system components or replace entire systems. You might specialise in residential work or focus on larger industrial equipment.
HVAC Technicians should be organised and be able to manage their time well. It’s important that you can work with technical drawings and diagrams and need to have excellent attention to detail. HVAC Technicians should have strong observational abilities and must be able to follow instructions closely.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a HVAC Technician.
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This qualification covers competencies to develop systems; select equipment; and commission, maintain and diagnose faults/malfunctions of refrigeration systems and equipment that apply to commercial food storage and preservation and air conditioning and air distribution equipment and special applications. It includes regulatory requirements for purchasing and handling refrigerants..
Average duration: 24 months.
Learn how to install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning). This nationally recognised training course is an engineering trade qualification. Competencies include: working with computing technologies, performing engineering measurements and computations, using hand and power tools, using refrigerant chemicals safely, servicing and repairing domestic refrigeration and air conditioning systems, working with commercial and industrial refrigeration, installing and maintaining commercial aircon systems, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, refrigeration engineering competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time HVAC Technician generally earns $1,900 per week ($98,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 33,600 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a HVAC Technician. HVAC Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a HVAC Technician interests you, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering. You’ll develop the skills to develop and maintain HVAC systems and learn to diagnose faults and conduct repairs. You’ll also cover the regulatory requirements for this industry.
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Here are some potential career pathways within heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Technician
$1,400 weekly pay
Refrigeration Mechanic
HVAC Technician
$1,900 weekly pay
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