r/HVACschool

I’ve been thinking of making the switch to Hvac for couple months now and my research led me to 2 options:

- Peterson school ($5000) and its night class
- New England trade school ($3000) and it’s online .

I don’t understand the big difference money wise and how online can prepare you to work.
I work 9-5 to i would love to learn online

HVAC Job Opportunity
Hello everyone, I’m currently looking for an HVAC position in the West Michigan area. I have hands-on experience working with mobile home HVAC systems, installations, and water heaters.
I’m looking for something in the range of $24–$25/hour, depending on the position and opportunities for growth. I’m motivated to continue developing my skills, gain more experience, and grow within the HVAC industry.
I’m open to opportunities outside of Grand Rapids as well. If anyone knows of a company hiring or has any recommendations, I’d really appreciate the information. Thank you!

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I was curious to know do people from other countries join trade school to become HVAC technician and how do they manage to work in USA especially for long periods of time

Hey so I am 28 just trying to figure out things for myself. I am looking at a trade an have been looking at HVAC and a few others. But this one really stood out because it involves a little electrical as well and other unique skills. I am wondering if electrical or plumbing is better long term job than HVAC? I would like you learn whatever trade it is and make my own business. I have never liked working for someone. If anyone has any tips about apprenticeship as well please leave a comment. Just trying to find the best one for growth and service when entrepreneur time kicks in. I also live in Florida so if anyone knows anything about the industry in the state please let me know. Specifically Orlando.

I’m 27, and I live in Portsmouth Va. I’m currently in trade school at tidewater tech and looking for a job as my GI bill isn’t quite cutting it financially. I’ve been combing the internet for job opportunities, but most seem to only be looking for experienced techs. Is there an easier way to find an entry level job? Or should I just get some regular job until I finish trade school?

Side note; I’ve also been considering doing an electrical apprenticeship since I have more experience with that from the navy, but I assume most people here would also recommend I stay HVAC?

Hey, looking for some real advice on getting into welding or HVAC at 20.
I’m about 45 minutes north of Seattle. Graduated high school at 18 and have been working landscaping/outdoor construction since (mowing, boulder walls, irrigation, etc.). It’s fine but I don’t want to stay in it long-term — too much weather and not something I enjoy enough to make a career.
I’m interested in two paths:
Welding – mainly for the fabrication side and possible pipeline work. I already bought a Harbor Freight machine and have been practicing on tables and shop stuff. Getting better but nowhere near job-ready. Looking at a 10-week full-time school in Spokane (~$7k, high job placement, AWS/WABO certs). Housing would be an issue since I’m on the west side.
HVAC – seems in demand, easier on the body, less travel, and more technical/repair work. Schools are around $10k and 6 months (one is 2 hours south, another in Spokane). Same housing/commute problem.
I’m open to either as a real career, not just a job. I don’t mind outdoor work or crawl spaces/attics.
Main questions:
• How is the HVAC market actually looking for brand-new techs right now? Feels oversold by influencers.
• Is 10 weeks of welding school enough to get hired?
• How fast does progression usually go in both trades?
• Is the welding industry getting worse?
Anyone in the trades (especially PNW) who can give honest input would be appreciated. Thanks.

IT professional switching careers. Technically inclined, can lift my half of a compressor, understand hazardous and uncomfortable working conditions. On the fence about taking a couple weeks and doing my certification or just diving in and getting an apprenticeship. Should I just start working and get the cert in parallel or will having the cert help get the apprenticeship?

Im taking an apprenticeship program in my school and I want to take on an apprentice role for hvac and get into hvac after my senior year do you guys have any tips or things i should study before i become an intern or tips along the way

Okay so I want to be an HVAC technician. I’m in Canada and in the city I’m in, there are no classes for HVAC/R. Thing is, there is a plumbing and heating class and a refrigeration class. What I am wondering is: would these classes qualify me as an HVAC/R tech? Would most companies consider me a qualified apprentice? Thanks in advance, sorry if it’s a dumb question, I didn’t know a better way to get info than asking people, which are y’all.

Been stuck on this idea for the past few months since a conversation with a technician, and I feel that I need more before I take a leap into pursuing this field of work plus schooling and everything.

What is good about working in HVAC? Residential or commercial, benefits

What are the very bad aspects of HVAC work?

Daily struggles, long term negatives

Any insight is helpful. Live in the Midwest if that offers any more perspective on my situation.

I’ve done air duct cleaning for the past 6 years while working on my bachelors degree. I’ve decided that I’m done working on my bachelor’s and I’m making the switch to focus on obtaining my journeyman license / apprenticeship. I’ve been a daily cannabis consumer for years and will have to wait several months for it to clear from my system. I do not want to fake a drug test, I don’t want the stress and I want transparency with my future employer. I’m willing to quit and am interested in finding an apprentice position asap. I need advice on whether I should start applying now and just be forthcoming with what’s in my system and my intentions or should I say nothing while I flush my system and start applying?

Hey guys, I'm 19M and I kinda just said fuck it I'll try HVAC since everybody wants to be an electrician so (I mean everybody also wants to do HVAC but not as much as an electrician).

I've watched videos on YouTube with guys doing Resi work or commercial work, I don't know what the fucks going on in the videos but I guess I just like how its like... its a field where every project you do is proportional to your growth, I want to do something where I feel I'm improving and using my brain meats.

I'm not a handy guy, I can't even fix a toilet, I did real well in high school but a lot of shit happened after I graduated and I don't think college is the right choice for me right now, I'll be honest I think I'm mostly doing it because I wanna make sure I have a good foundation in life and be comfortable. Though I'm aware the work is HARD, no matter how much reading or stories you look at on Reddit you don't know the half of it.

I've been doing math prep before school starts but besides that I don't know what else I should be doing.

Any advice or... any anecdotes for why its a good thing to get into? I feel like I'm trying to develop a sense of reason.

I am 25 and decided to change my trade at my school before any of the trade programs start. I plan on changing it to HVAC/r.

Is there anything I need to know before going into this field? I have no experience

I recently moved to San Antonio Texas and I’m trying to push a personal business of Appliance Repair (washers, dryers and stoves) I do have basic knowledge on HVAC and Refrigeration but I know I need certifications to be able to work in those units without getting in trouble.

I recently applied for a maintenance technician job for an apartment complex (I have knowledge in plumbing, painting, electrical, appliance repair and even property management) I have my personal tools and everything. Sadly I wasn’t hired after my interview since they went with someone with certifications. (They told me if they did hire me they would send me to classes to get certified sadly that plan fell through)

I was wondering if there are any HVAC Apprenticeships that I may be able to attend/work to be able to get certified and hopefully get a job in it. Are there any company’s that pay for you to do all that? Basically like they pay you to take the classes and certify. I’ve seen Local 142, SMART local 67. Or any schools I can pay for tuition and basically do all that.