Are you the kind of person who gets satisfaction from doing work that serves the needs of others? Then consider becoming an HVACR technician. Here’s why it’s one of the best jobs that help people and pay well (so you get the rewards of financial security, too).
3 reasons to choose HVACR jobs that help people AND pay well
1. HVACR technicians help others
When you think about service jobs, HVACR technicians might not come to mind. But the fact is, you ARE serving others by installing, servicing and repairing their HVACR systems. Here’s how:
Keep families comfortable and safe. Being too hot or cold is not only uncomfortable, but it can also be deadly, especially for young children, elderly, or people with health problems.
Keep businesses running smoothly & productively. Poor temperature control is essential for workplace productivity. And for businesses that serve customers on site (such as retail, food service, entertainment, and healthcare), revenue can suffer when the environment is uncomfortable.
Improve indoor air quality. Properly functioning HVAC contributes to healthy air quality for everyone.
You’ll find that your customers are often very grateful for the work you do, and that’s a rewarding feeling!
2. HVACR technicians make good money (without college)
What about the financial rewards? Here’s what you can earn as a fully qualified HVAC technician in NYC (after about 5 years of training and work experience):
High wages. Union journeymen in NYC currently make more than $45 per hour. And that’s without the need for a college degree or debt. (Check current rates here).
Overtime pay. For work outside of normal working hours, union technicians receive time-and-a-half and even double time. With overtime, experienced technicians can make $100,000+ per year.
Benefits. Union technicians get excellent medical coverage for themselves and their families, FULLY PAID FOR by their employers.
Pension. Union technicians can receive a generous pension upon retirement.
3. HVACR technicians are in demand now (and will be in the future)
BONUS: In addition to jobs that help people and pay well, you also get a secure career when you join the HVACR industry. Here’s why:
- There’s currently a severe shortage of skilled workers
- HVACR services are needed in every economy and everywhere in the world
- New technology is creating a demand for tech-savvy technicians
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HVACR Career Connect NY was created to promote the exceptional quality-of-life benefits of a career in HVAC and Refrigeration service, and also to provide a clear path for getting started in the profession. In doing so, we serve as a resource for employers in the New York City metro area to find and hire smart and capable new technicians. We also serve as an educational resource to support business growth and to help service technicians succeed in their chosen profession.
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