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What does a HVAC engineer do?
As a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) engineer, you will ensure temperature and ventilation systems are working efficiently and safely.
Job Responsibilities
* Surveying sites ahead of fitting heating, ventilation or air conditioning systems
* Planning the placement of pipework, ducts and control panels
* Installing HVAC components
* Performing quality checks to ensure systems are working efficiently and safely
* Carrying out maintenance on HVAC systems
* Finding and fixing faults
* Helping customers to reduce their energy use
How to become a HVAC engineer
There are several routes of becoming a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) engineer. You could complete a college course, or an apprenticeship.
You should explore these routes of becoming a HVAC engineer to find out which is the right one for you. Although some of these options require qualifications, many employers are more interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions.
You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site.
College / Training Options
* Level 1 Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
* Level 2 Diploma in Access to Building Services Engineering
* Level 2 Diploma in Installing and Maintaining Refrigeration Systems
* City & Guilds Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
* Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Plumbing and Domestic Heating
* Level 3 Diploma in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems.
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Apprenticeship Pathways
You could train to become a HVAC engineer by completing an intermediate or advanced apprenticeship in building services engineering or refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump engineering. Alternatively, you could enrol on an intermediate apprenticeship in plumbing or electrical installations.
Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you’ll be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Your time will be split between on-the-job experience and a college or training provider.
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Work
With GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and maths, along with good practical skills, you might be able to get a job as an electrician or plumber’s mate, trainee or assistant. You could then gain further training to develop your skills or specialise in heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
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Skills
* Understanding of building and construction
* Capable of using tools and machines
* Excellent attention to detail
* Good customer service skills
* Logical thinking skills
* Ability to use your initiative.
Qualifications
* Level 2 NVQ in Heating and Ventilation
* Level 3 Building Services Engineering Craftsperson Apprenticeship
* Level 3 Refrigeration Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
* Level 3 Building Services Engineering Ductwork Craftsperson Apprenticeship
* SVQ at SCQF level 5 and 6 in Heating and Ventilating
* SCQF level 7 Heating, ventilations air conditioning and refrigeration
* Level 2 NVQ in Heating and Ventilation Industrial and Commercial Installation
Salary
* Newly trained HVAC engineer can start at £30,000
* Trained with experience HVAC engineer can earn up to £65,000*
Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route.
* Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Internship
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Construction
Oakham, England, United Kingdom
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