Obtaining an HVAC License

Do you enjoy fixing things around your home? Are you interested in starting a technical career where you’ll use your hands and work out of offices? If you answered yes, becoming an HVAC technician may be the right career for you.

What exactly does an HVAC technician do?

An HVAC technician installs, maintains, repairs, and replaces heating, ventilation, and AC systems. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it’s very common for HVAC technicians to

HVAC technicians:

Studies blueprints and equipment manuals.

• Installs, services, maintains and repairs HVAC systems
• Inspects and verifies proper operation of HVAC systems
• Replaces and repairs defective components/parts
• Negotiates HVAC cost and labor with customers
• Performs comprehensive maintenance to improve system performance
• Records work done by customers and supervisor
• Installs HVAC systems in new construction
• Monitors and repairs HVAC systems in commercial structures and residences

What is required to obtain an HVAC (ventilation, heating, and air conditioning system) license?

If you want to work in Florida as an HVAC technician, you will need a license from the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. You will need to pass both the trade exam and the business and finance exam. The best way to prepare for the licensing exam and your first day on the job is to attend the HVAC technician program at a technical college. Most HVAC-focused programs look at topics that will come up on the exam. This means that the program is 100% dedicated to the licensing exam.

Where does an HVAC Technician work?

Most HVAC Technician graduates go on to become plumbing and heating contractor. On the other hand, you can work as an HVAC technician for large or small concession companies. A small portion of graduates starts out as self-employed. Remember that HVAC Technicians install, maintain and repair a home’s ventilation, heating, and air conditioning systems, so your job will consist of traveling to the job site and repairing the HVAC system.

What qualities are necessary to be a successful HVAC Technician?

There are several qualities that make a successful HVAC technician. Whether you are an entrepreneur or offer good customer service, having this set of qualities ensures that your customers are happy and confident with your position as an HVAC Technician.

Entrepreneur

When you’re an HVAC technician, you’re typically self-employed. You will have a supervisor to report to every day, giving you the responsibility to provide good service by doing an excellent job at the customer’s home or location.

As an entrepreneur, you must constantly have the motivation to work without anyone telling you what to do. You must have confidence in yourself with the work you do, without the need for someone to supervise your performance. As an entrepreneur, you will adapt to challenges, be flexible and provide wonderful solutions to any situation that requires it.

Trustworthy

Your supervisor will trust you to be at the job site requested and get the job done right. The customer will expect you to be courteous, be at the job site on time, and communicate any problems that arise before the HVAC repair begins.