HVAC Project Engineer position in San Diego, CA We are a large mechanical contractor that specializes in large Mechanical projects in CA. Responsibilities for HVAC Project Manager: Assist Project Managers with one to mul…
Skilled Trades · San Diego, CA
HVAC Technician jobs in San Diego, CA
HVAC technicians install, service, and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, diagnosing refrigeration and electrical faults in homes and commercial buildings.
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$23–$54/hr
Typical pay range
$71k
Median, full-time
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$23.25 per hour
job summary: Join our client as a Process Technician in San Diego, CA! This innovative company offers excellent growth for an Associate degree holder with 1-2 years of wet-lab experience. 7 month Contract - with possible…
HVAC installers and technicians needed. Full and part time positions available. Clean DL, experience preferred, but will train. Must be available to start immediately
$6,000 per month
Are you a professional HVAC Installer looking for a new opportunity? Are you tired of inconsistent schedules? Want to spend more time with friends and family? Then this opportunity is for you! We are in need of installer…
$25 - $70 per hour
A quickly growing local company is looking to fill an HVAC Service Technician position. Competitive compensation and plenty of opportunities for professional development! * Competitive Pay * Professional Growth * Great c…
$30 - $60 per hour
A quickly growing local company is looking to fill a SR. HVAC Service Technician position. Competitive compensation and plenty of opportunities for professional development! * Competitive Pay * Professional Growth * Grea…
established local Mechanical Company is looking to fill an Refrigeration Technician position. Excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and... ...issues that arise Requirements: * Residential or Commercial HVAC Servi…
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What hvac technicians earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $23–$29 | $47k–$61k |
| Journeyman | $28–$40 | $59k–$83k |
| Master / Lead | $38–$54 | $80k–$112k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
EPA 608 certificationRefrigeration cycle diagnosisElectrical troubleshootingBrazing and pipe workHeat pumps and mini-splitsDuctwork and airflowManifold gauges and metersCustomer communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
A system is running but not cooling. Walk me through your diagnosis.
Show the sequence: filters and airflow first, then charge, superheat and subcooling, and electrical components. Ruling out the simple causes first signals experience.
What EPA 608 certification level do you hold?
State it directly, ideally Universal. If you also hold NATE or manufacturer certifications, this is the moment to list them.
How do you handle refrigerant recovery and the newer A2L refrigerants?
Describe proper recovery procedure and any experience with R-454B or R-32 handling requirements. Awareness of the refrigerant transition reads well.
Tell me about a callback you got. What went wrong and what did you change?
Own it briefly, explain the missed cause, and describe the habit you added, like verifying charge by measurement instead of rule of thumb.
What is your experience with heat pumps and mini-split systems?
Be specific about brands installed and serviced, inverter board diagnostics, and cold-climate installs. Demand for this experience keeps rising.
How do you talk a homeowner through a repair-versus-replace decision?
Explain giving honest numbers on age, refrigerant type, and efficiency, then letting the customer choose. Trust drives maintenance-agreement sales.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For hvac technicians specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Put your EPA 608 certification level in the first line; Universal is the strongest signal.
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Add NATE, OSHA 10, and manufacturer certifications such as Carrier, Trane, or Mitsubishi.
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Split residential and commercial experience, and name equipment: RTUs, heat pumps, mini-splits, furnaces.
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Quantify service work with calls per day, first-visit fix rate, or maintenance agreements sold.
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Mention experience with the A2L refrigerant transition (R-454B, R-32) to show you are current.
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List diagnostic tools you own, from digital manifolds to combustion analyzers.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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HVAC Apprentice
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HVAC Technician
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Senior or Lead Technician
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Service Manager or Contractor
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