Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanics prepare, install, maintain, and service residential air conditioning and heat pump systems. They work on any air conditioning system installed as an independent unit in a residential family dwelling. This equipment operates at less than 240V single-phase power with a maximum cooling capacity of 5 tons.
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Wage Rate
Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $22.00 per hour.
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Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (Branch 2) (313D)
| Ask Yourself: | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Do you have good manual dexterity, an eye for dimension and detail, and enjoy working with your hands/power tools? | ||
| Do you have good analytical and problem-solving skills? | ||
| Are you able to follow Health & Safety guidelines? | ||
| Can you lift 50lbs comfortably? Are you able to travel for work? | ||
| Can you look at a diagram or blueprint and visualize how things come together? | ||
| Would you enjoy interacting with site supervisors, customers, suppliers, co-workers and other tradespeople to get the job done? | ||
| Do you have excellent time-management skills? Are you an organized person? |
If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as a Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (313D) may be for you!
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