HVAC Project Engineer position in Mountain View, 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…
Skilled Trades · San Jose, CA
HVAC Technician jobs in San Jose, 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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$26–$63/hr
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$83k
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Mechanical (Plumbing, Piping, HVAC) Engineer, PE Currently looking for an experienced Mechanical (Plumbing, Piping, HVAC) Engineer, PE . We are a large, Mechanical Contractor that specializes in large Design-Build Plumbi…
$170.25k - $175.13k
Description Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor Job Description Summary: Lead and develop manufacturing engineers and technicians: set priorities, allocate resources, conduct reviews, and create succession plans. Serve…
$40.16 - $50.54 per hour
Do you enjoy working hands-on, troubleshooting systems, and keeping critical systems running? Join us as a Refrigeration Mechanic (Ammonia Operator) at our San Jose, CA plant. This is a night shift (6PM-6:30 AM) position…
$90k - $130k
Job Description Job Description Overview We are seeking an HVAC Lead installer to join our ARS Atlas Trillo! team. We are a full-service residential heating & air conditioning contractor located in San Jose, CA. We are s…
to work. TAG Refrigeration is seeking Refrigeration Service Technicians for commercial service work in and around the San Jose, CA area... ...components. Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipme…
$100k - $150k
Bellows Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical is growing and we're hiring an experienced HVAC Service Technician to join our South Bay team. We serve customers across the San Francisco Bay Area, with work throughout Sa…
should too. Project Overview: Project Solutions Inc. is seeking a qualified Water and Wastewater Treatment Operators / Field Technicians to provide nationwide water and wastewater utility operations, maintenance, and rep…
Education & Experience Required: BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering Preferred: 3 - 5+ years of related ( HVAC, building controls, construction) work Technical Requirements Knowledge and understanding o…
Requirements/Preferences Required: BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering Preferred: 2 - 4+ years of related ( HVAC, building controls, construction) work experience Technical Requirements Knowledge and un…
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What hvac technicians earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $26–$35 | $55k–$72k |
| Journeyman | $33–$47 | $69k–$97k |
| Master / Lead | $45–$63 | $94k–$131k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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