A Day in the Life of an HVAC Technician
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- čas přidán 13. 07. 2015
- On June 19th, two Shapiro & Duncan Interns shadow a Shapiro & Duncan HVAC Technician and his Apprentice to learn more about what the job entails on a daily basis. Our interns produced, directed and edited the video. Enjoy!
Edited by: Tiffany Nguyen
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Thank you this was the best “day in the life” video I’ve ever seen. I want to become and HVAC tech I am just nervous because I am a woman and it is a male dominated field
Don't be nervous there is growing support in this industry for women. On Instagram check out @womeninhvacr, @nerdygirlmechanic. You can also look into these organizations that help support people like you! www.nawic.org/nawic/default.asp
and www.pwcusa.org/. Good luck, we hope you join our industry!
There aren't dominance anymore. I like what I see going on. Women are in every job, every field. Best of luck out there.
I would not think of that for a second, go out there learn, and then crush it. Help men and women equally just like nursing. Only if you don't like, or if people are rude in a company then change companies, because construction and building jobs can attract some unpleasant or vulgar men and women.
Only if you are working in a construction area
If you have your heart in it go for it find your self a good school and a mentor the beat of luck. DonJr.
Even in a bad economy this profession will never not be in high demand.
true! We always need heating and air conditioning for survival.
Aaaannnnnnnd that’s another reason to add to the list for my choice in profession.
@@Alex-jo2oi here with you man, still looking around and seeing what I wanna do for the rest of my life
Been an HVAC tech for 14 years now (29 years old) It is in my opinion the best trade to get involved in gives you a multitude of skills ranging from electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, rigging and even some carpentry! Love it!!
Chris M is it hard cause I'm really not too sharp in memorizing
Chris M how much does a dui affect in getting hired? I got one 5 years ago
@JXF_911 depending on where you live, I would look into a H.S. such as www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/edison/programs.aspx that can give you a head start in a trades career. Then you can contact a chapter of Associated Builders & Contractors and start looking for an employer that will sponsor you. You will attend night course through ABC while working full-time earning a paycheck in your apprenticeship program.
www.abc.org/ This is also another great resource on careers www.byf.org/. Good luck!
Shapiro and Duncan hey dear, what's up, could you please help me, I am just selected for hvac supervisor field, so I wanna ask you all related things in hvac like, checking n installation, process of working, proper inspection n all related things which are come under a supervisor hand. And I wanna ask you to how to upgrade with these technologies n how implement it so that we can get a better n precise results. Thanks mate.
My email address: daamirrush18@gmail.com.
I'm thinking about doing it.
I'm a non union 1st year apprentice and i love this field, it's badass to walk around and fix and install shit with all my awesome tools.
wow....cooool
Still doing it? What’s the pay?
How is it?
@@jboogie7960 pretty good, I'm a mechanic now and I'm sitting at 28 an hour installing. I'm in the apprentice program and it's free for me paid by my boss so I can get my master license.
Hvac is a great industry....work is Year Round, and companies ARE always hiring in 50 states....because salaries are competitive, so Tech's like to "job hop", chasing the $$$.......most companies can't fill enough boots, as demand goes up. You have flexibility and Options......Residential, Commercial, Private or Side Work.
This guy is built like a heavyweight UFC fighter lol
I know hes so yummy!
@@bblack340 *B O N K*
@@bblack340 bro💀
? Whatever you say.. looks like hes overweight
Good video, I'm a retired hvac tech and I miss it sometimes. I make a good living and was able to retire young.
How young are we talking?
John Carlson sir I want to carear in HVAC tech sir please can u help me and talk with me about HVAC plz sir it is humble request
Im going on my 3rd week and I love it...the job will be much easier if the truck is organized
John Carlson I'm thinking about starting school for hvac . I got a dui about 5 years ago , how much does it affect in getting hired?
A lot more than it should hitman. Good luck.
oh my god this looks so fun. you go on top of buildings, touch wires, drive a van. And one year later I am an HVAC apprentice, thanks girls
How has it been going for you, I am thinking about going to an hvac only trade school for a 10 month program but before I make the privet commitment I’m trying to see what other real people think!
RisenSunStone I’ve been doing it for a few weeks now as a trainee with no experience or knowledge before (i knew someone in the company closely). So far, it’s been an enjoyable job. The days at my company are a mix of service, construction sites, and changeouts/installs. All have been relatively easy and the days go by quick (start at 7:30, typically done at 3:30 or a little after). Any questions, feel free to ask. I don’t know much knowledge wise since i’m still a. newbie, but i can atleast explain how my days have gone so far for me. My plan is to go to a trade school next year then to get all certificates but i wanted to make sure i actually liked the trade first.
@@derek8147 Hi Derek. Is there a way I can personally reach out to you by email and ask you more information about this field and your personal experience?
Thanks! (:
@@jump7holes drbearsfan516@gmail.com feel free
do HVAC technicians go u under houses or tight spaces?
I went to school with some of the guys. From what I heard Shapiro and Duncan is a decent company to work for. For those of you young guys interested in HVAC, go for it. I’m under 30, and it’s paid for a house, 2 trucks, and all my garage toys. Get after it!
Hvac is the best job ive had so far. I started two months ago, & cant wait until im doing service!
He didn't mention those 100 degree days in a 130 degree attic.
They didn't ask
Us commercial/industrial guys don't do that shit.
Tony I was in Texas and omg it was like 107 outside no lie I used my meter to check the temp in the attic it was about 140 and we was installing a whole system so you know that took forever lol
It's cool bro😎😉
Be a man!
Good to see young kids understanding the importance of getting into a trade instead of spending the rest of your life paying off a debt for "education"
Thank you for making this video I am an HVAC technician in Phoenix Arizona and we go unappreciated all the time it makes me feel good to know that there are people out there who appreciate what we do and how we do it this guy is a pro I’m really gratefulFor you showing the world how important HVAC techs are
Thanks for watching and keep spreading the word! These essential jobs are important and we need people now more than ever! We appreciate what you do, stay safe!
I was thinking about getting into the trade and move to Phoenix!
Been in HVAC (Residential) for 14 Years now and can imagine my life without it. It has thought me some many different things.
Great job guys! I am considering this career field and I must say that I found this video very informing.
Did you do it? It’s a badass career
I’m in school to become an HVAC technician... and this video since I first saw it has always made me more excited about what I’m stepping into
We are so happy you enjoyed it! Good luck, you picked an excellent career path!
Just "retired" after 20 years in the US Navy from a job that does not have anything that directly crosses over in the civilian world. Looking to get into HVAC.
James Mclean I only did 4 years in the Navy, and I'm looking to pursue HVAC aswell.
Thank you for your service! You might want to check out Helmets to Hardhats helmetstohardhats.org/, ABC www.abc.org/ and Build Your Future www.byf.org/explore-careers/career-path/
I’m 48 and I work 13 hours a day. And I’m running cycle around this young guy 😂😂 and I’m in Vegas 🔥🔥🔥
Mike vuk how much do you make?
You think I should move vegas Rather be in New England with my refrigeration job
Thank you ladies! I'm looking into this myself and found it helpful!!!
Im starting tomorrow my first class wow can't be more excited 🙌
About to start my first day as an HVAC installer tomorrow! Thank you for this video, very insightful. The Odesza track was a nice touch!
Congrats! Welcome to the club and thanks for watching.
Aye trev! I’m gonna be starting next week, was wondering if you’re still doing HVAC and any insite you could give me going in?
@@codymcalpin1264 yo what up Cody! Yes I'm still in HVAC working as an installer. I have about 5 months experience working in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is what I've learned about this trade so far.
First off, this is a physically demanding field. You'll spend a lot of time in tight crawl spaces and attics, installing heat pumps/furnaces and running ducting. You will run into a lot of challenges along the way that will require you to be creative in your approach. But don't let this deter you!
Being fimiliar with your tools and how they function will give you a huge jump in your confidence and ability to execute your tasks. If you have any questions about what tools you'll need, I'd be more than happy to help you.
This trade can be tough and there will be rough days. But when the job is done and you look at the end result, it makes it all worth it. If you have any more questions I'm all ears. Good luck to you!
TL;DR: HVAC is challenging, but the pay is excellent and the work is very rewarding.
@@ShapiroandDuncan hy i have 8 years expireince air conditioning and refrigerator
Would like to know what your experience is so far after a year?
Thank you guys for inspiring me to want to get in this kind of workforce
Gonna start my first HVAC apprenticeship job next month. Can't wait.
How's it going?
Thanks for making this video! I'm interested in becoming an HVAC technician, and found this video to be very insightful.
You are the exact reason why we made this video! Thanks so much for your comment, Nicholas. Good luck on your career path!
Keep us updated
woot woot! Thanks this was an awesome video!
amo912nj: Thanks for your comment and good luck in your apprenticeship! We are currently working on another video, A Day in the Life of a Foremen, so check back!
Journeyman plumber, gasfitter and pipefitter here in Alberta. Work is slow and an going to be going into this trade very soon. Am excited to venture into it 👍
Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching and congrats!
Great video, I know what to look forward too!
Thanks for your comments! Michael tattoo policies are hard to enforce, especially in DC because of certain human rights legislation. However, tattoos that would violate harassment/discrimination policies (such as tattoos demeaning to women, with racial epithets, etc.) can be required to be covered. Other than that you'd be ok!
Good job you want HVAC technician work than contact this no 918434468060
I've been thinking about a career as an HVAC technician, on and off, for about ten years now. I work in a Nursing Home as a CNA, my job is important but it does not require a special set of skills, like I would like to learn.
Ive used that milk crate trick for liebert blower motors a lot. Works great
Tanks not being stored upright in the van? Is that normal?
Very cool! Thinking of becoming an HVac tech I’m 24
System was low on charge as you said. So there's a leak. Did you locate are try and locate leak before dumping expensive R-22 into the system and adding it by liquid might I add from the looks of it.
It may vary by company but does anyone know what the tattoo policy for this job may be?
i am studying this, but i struggle with the electrical part
I see Matt using a Klein Tools Tradesman Pro Organizer Backpack. Great bag. I have one myself.
+NY Mogul veto pro pack!!
I have done work for this company many times. Only issue was with a safety person... sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do to get the job done. Needless to say he turned his eye and the job was completed no harm no foul! On to the next job.
First hvac video I saw in CZcams
currently going for a job in my town as an hvac helper installing in a new school that's is being built. hopefully starting after I graduate hvac school in may would this be a good starting job to get experience?
It's called putting fires out !!! Winter is way worse here in the north,as in urgency...
I want to work in this trade. Do you recommend this job for someone who had knee surgery. I just recently got injured again but its just a meniscus tear and the surgery for that is not a biggie. I just applied for hvac dispatcher, do think they will take me as a apprentice if i get the surgery and heal up well.
If you ain't HVAC ...you ain't working son ❄️😎🔥
TheIronTech I just farted on the job
@@eddiew2325 🐐
Eddie W hot
@@eddiew2325 who ever smelt it, dealt it
I’m learning about HVAC in highschool as a sophmore what should I do once I get out of highschool I really want to work in this field
What is a good driving record? No accidents? Tickets? DUIs?
That was a really cool documentary on how a day goes.
Thanks for watching Jeff!
I m hvac technician from India.
Nice job and video
How good do you need to be at math? I really need a life changing job and I would like to invest time and money in learning these skills. I'm just a little bit nervous because I'm not good at mathematics
@ Shapiro and Duncan, Presentation well done. I was a former welder & i'm thinking of getting into HVAC. I'm pretty young under 30. I'm decently mechanically inclined & not the smartest at math. Can i make this a successful career ?
take's time and patience very good trade I am trying to learn more about!!!!
How to apply as hvac technician?
From your POV what would be the hardest things to learn about the hvac field in general????👈👈👈👈
That's one clean truck. Well organized
Proably doesn't do many calls. The busier it gets the less clean and organized they become. Mine looks like it's been flipped over several times and rolled threw a ditch.
u think we stop working by one pm?
I am a hvac technician and I am doing job in Dubai from 2011 and I am interested to apply for the job in Canada from Dubai how can I will do that could you please give me suggestions brothers..
i am also in my early 30's and been working in hvac for 5 years and getting no where .. I am tired and wish to apply for an apprenticeship. I went to school for refrigeration.. learned the basics but never got to learn the real needy greedy stuff about Hvac... It is sad that alot of technicians are in the same position ... This video however gives me a bit of hope that someday maybe i can be like Mr Ray ....
It's never too late!
Can u start hvac at 16?
I dropped out of the 9th grade. About to get me my GED soon. I know fuck all about anything, could I really learn this ?
On 4:34 on the sheave replacement what he putting to the treads?
Never seeze ..it's an adjustable pulley you put it on the internal threads incase you need to removed or adjust it
Do you need to have a HS diploma/GED in order to go vocational/trade school for this? I don’t have one but I heard trucking, welders, hvac, plumbing and nursing assistant don’t require it?
My hvac school required a HS diploma or GED . It might depend on the school though, or they might have you take a short placement test before you start
I'm still working in hvac unit by skm zamil carrier then i limit &fi love this job
I m mechanical engineer n I completed HVAC certificate course if u hv job regarding me contact me sidanas66@gmail.com
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+917275516910
Hello I'm 19 years old and was wondering which option is best, apprenticeships or technical school, your answer would be much appreciates. Thanks.
Hello! Thanks for your comment. Our technicians attend school through this apprenticeship programs.
www.abcmetrowashington.org/Career-Development/Apprenticeship-Skills-Training and
acca.connectedcommunity.org/qa. Check them out! Good luck on your journey into the trades.
7 yrs later did he quite
Enjoyed this video thanks. I'm 36 and have been paint spraying for aerospace and defence since I left school and want to change. Hvac is the only thing that appeals to me. Any advice on where to start learning this trade wound be much appreciated. I still have to work full time also.
You may have to start as a helper/apprentice; show interest in learning and get some books or trade magazines. Study a couple of hours in the evening. In one year you can progress to be an installer/ maintenance tech/ repair person. You'll see result. Some companies are too cheap and progress will be a long time out. Make sure to talk to some service men in your area who may refer you to a good company! Good luck this is a great career!
Some supply houses can assist you in finding good employers!
To answer most people question about their criminal past. It's a skilled trade. Most employee's may look the other way. I've a few friends who have some real complications with the law and still managed to work for someone until they opened their own.
You gals put together an awesome video, and I mean that :)
Thanks for watching!
I'm about to get out of the army this year and want to go to school for this
+Sam Gangi We are hiring for an HVAC Apprentice. Apply here. shapiroandduncan.balancetrak.com/lists/396/default.aspx?q=dlDkf3aSww7q3AzldVNmAg%3d%3d
Sam Gangi noooo!!!!! stay in!
It's a great choice Sam, I have spent the last 18 years in the trade and it has taken me around the world.
Lots to learn but the rewards are huge, great pay, great life style!
Just apply for a job. Don't waste your money. Get a Universal Refrigerant certificate then start applying.
Check out Hard Hat Heros you maybe able to receive credit for military training veterans.byf.org/
I'm looking for pandemic proof jobs since the hell 2020 brought to the work industry last year. Is this also a good job for an introvert?
for the most part, yes
Great job guys
I've been in HVAC/Refrigeration for 7 years. It is a good career, but a few things to consider.
1.) There will be times when you pull 14-16 hour shifts, then drive an hour or more home. When outdoor temperatures are high, you could be doing the extra long shifts for a week straight, or more.
You will be on call 7 days per month. You've just worked 60 hours in 5 days due to a heat wave. You finish up at 8:00pm Friday evening, and you're ready to go home and crash. But, you're on call this weekend. You get home and fall into bed at 10:30pm. It's now 10:45, and dispatch is calling you for an emergency ticket. It's not uncommon to work another 30 hours over the weekend when on call. That's 80-90 hour weeks.
3. Because many companies are heavily understaffed, some will treat you like a robot. They will work you until you drop, then hold conference calls with the tech team to complain that you aren't working enough. Have a wife and kids at home? Too bad. The job comes first, and they need you to run service calls tonight.
Does every company require you to be on call because if I fall asleep I ain't waking up at all and I'm just gonna sleep through that call
@@anthony8818 Yes. All companies require 24 hour service, and it is brutal! In fact, I'm on call this week. I worked 21 hours Wednesday, 14 hours Thursday, and I left at 7:00am this morning and still haven't been home yet. And, I'm still on call tomorrow and Sunday. With my company, not answering is automatic termination.
@@murfdog19 I'm about to finish high school in may and I was considering Hvac but I dont want to be on call and be a slave to a company. Thanks for informing about this. You changed my mind.
@@anthony8818 No problem, man.
Thank you for your comments! Yes, do your research and find a company that takes care of their employees. Good company culture is key!
I just got enrolled into a HVAC program im so nervous it looks so complicated is it hard to learn ?
Congrats! It's like learning anything new. You will do great, just have a positive mindset and keep plugging along.
How has it been so far bro?
It's ok to be nervous, just give it 100% and take everything in and write notes.
Dude I'm into mines, we started Aug10 couple more months left!
@@lasvegascream1799 Hi, how is HVAC life treating you? How's the pay?
Wow wish I could work for an HVAC company where u are finished at 2pm
I am 12th pass from india. Can I do HVAC course. I am 29 years old.
Hey i am a hvac helper. Can i got a job theair I have 2year experience and I am from India
So you top off a circuit and replace a sheave before you repair the refrigerant leak???? Big no no especially on a unit with 8 circuits. Plenty of redundancy.
Frank Camis exactly. I work on Aaon rtus like this all the time. Especially with it being a 22 charge, no reason to waste refrigerant. Leaks I find come from the replacement compressors, new compressors come with roto-lock fittings that are field installed. Half of the hacks can't braze 45%.
Great information, thank you.
I have a question do they work in houses or only commercial ?
We do commercial work only. Museums, Historical Renovations, Schools, Universities, Hospitals, Data Centers, etc.
Buff like me. I’m starting a career in this field.
why does he keep looking away from the camera lol
I’m 17 and I want to be a HVAC technician after I graduate :)
Good luck! Let us know if you have any questions.
How’s it going
Thanks for the insight. My man is about to graduate from his HVAC program and has a job lined up. I just wonder about growth. What's the highest you can go with this field and does it entail a degree because I keep hearing about how hard it is on the body and Id like for him to not be in his 70s doing strenuous work. But, thanks.
The pathway into an HVAC Tech is limitless, it depends on how far he wants to take it. If he keeps up with his training he can take his Journeyman test, obtain a Masters License or even start his own company one day! If he chooses to stay with a company, the growth question you stated is an excellent question to ask a company. If he joins the right company, they will work with him based on his skills and place him in an office position when he is ready for the career change. We have many field guys who later moved into office roles such as estimating, sales, project management, assistant project management or CAD/BIM positions. They can absolutely take their field knowledge and it can be applied in these roles with additional training. Good luck and thanks for watching!
He can always look into stationary building engineer jobs or an hvac operator position. I was out in the field for 8 years (worked out of a truck) and now i am a refrigeration operator . Which is mostly operating a system through a computer. Not hard on the body.
You can go as high as you want provided you put in the time and effort. Most guys steam out around 50 to 55 and take field engineer jobs working for a school or college. By 55 your body is shot if you have putting in a full days work. Some guys go into sales, or go behind the counter at supply houses by 50. I am 56 and still in good shape . My back and knees give me trouble though. Never been hurt on the job . At least not bad. Being hit by 480 volts did sting a bit. Tasted copper for a week.
I have 3 jobs in mind but idk witch one should I chose a hvac technician, electrician, or a plumber ?
Try taking this quiz to help you! www.surveymonkey.com/r/BYFCraftPro
What about sheet metal?
It would be good to print what Matt says because he is hard to hear and understand.
Hi Robin! This is a great suggestion, we are looking into adding captions to our videos :)
I am a straight a student that is not interested in going to college. I am looking for a trade that isn’t all hands on nitty gritty, and is hvac that trade I’ve been looking for? Please respond🙏
Hello! You would need to define your level of "nitty gritty." You might want to take this quiz to figure out which trade fits you best. www.byf.org/explore-careers/trading-cards/
You can always start in an Apprenticeship Program (hands-on work) and then move into an office position as a Project Manager, BIM Coordinator, etc.
Do people retire as a HVAC technician? What are some ways to move up?
You can climb the ladder by getting additional training and earning your Journeyman's license, then your Masters License and you can even start your own business. People do retire as techs, some choose to move into an office role late in their career.
I enjoyed watching your video thank you
Thanks for for watching!
Just graduated from Monroe Community College and out to get an HVAC job.
Congrats! We are hiring. Apply online. www.shapiroandduncan.com/careers-at-shapiro/
I'm in going to school for HVAC right now!
How's it going, man? I wanna get into HVAC for next September!
@@CasseroleGasStrike I enjoy it more & more every time I learn something new (everyday). It's very hands-on! I'll even have a job before I finish school. I recommend it to anyone serous about acquiring a well paying challenging career
Hello could you tell me which one is better Electrician or HAVAC ro start?
How’s it going now that you’ve been in the field for a while?
I have completed my diploma in mechanical can i do hvac technician cousers plz give the answer
For an HVAC Tech, you will need to enroll in an Apprenticeship Program for HVAC. Check out www.abc.org/ or www.acca.org/qa and find your local chapter.
How many days a week does one work? And on average, how early do u wake up?
5 days a week like any other normal position, however you have the option to be an on-call tech for emergencies on weekends. Hours typically range from 6am-3pm. But it also depends on time of year and calls we get.
got a degree and i worked this job for 5 months from 6 am until 8pm everyday , no weekends off , i quited because i felt like this job was eating me alive , im not sure if the schedule was that shitty because of the company or because hvac jobs are like that , should i look for work somewhere else ?
Icantfindanamewtf that's absolutely not common. a terrible day could be 12 hours. normal day should be 8 with travel. sounds like your company is short on techs and burning out the ones they have. learn how to say no haha
Some companies have opportunities to be an "on-call" technician you work more hours, but you make more. Otherwise you would have a regular working schedule. Our technicians hours are usually 5-6AM-2-3PM.
Yea, your working for a shitty company. they are jerking u around.summers are busy like that sometimes. normal companies are 8-5 with overtime. and one weekend a month on call. try different companies. bigger companies you'll get a better deal.
I'm having the same problem but in a different field. Working over 70+ hours a week with no set schedule or expected days off. I'm looking for other jobs at the moment but also looking into switching trades too.
No , all HVAC companies are like this. My first 8 years as a residential tech I never got home before midnight. Normally put in about 60 to 70 hours a week. a lot more if on call. 121 hours was my personal best and worked 78 hours straight without sleep or going home one time If your a service tech then" YOUR LIFE IS NOT YOUR OWN". It belongs to the customer or company. You go when they call no matter what time of day or night. No matter what you have planned or what your doing. At your kids school play and get called out. Just go. At a funeral get called out, just go. In the HVAV Field YOUR LIFE is NOT YOUR OWN. That's part of the Package as they say. Trust me they all suck, but you will always have a job. The economy does not slow this field down. There could be a depression with 50 percent unemployment and techs will always have a job. I get 5 to6 job offers a year and don't even apply for jobs.
I'm considering going to school for HVAC
Great video guys!
Thanks for watching Charles!
Thanks for making this video😊👉❤
This was a great and helpful video
Thanks for watching!
Is that his van or the companies van?
Company van
from my experience do it long enough where your comfortable working on your own equipment and get out. Your not going to get rich as a tech, only as a owner..and even that is not a guarantee. Second, it gets hard dealing with ass holes all day. Three, your pressured into up selling shit people don't need. Four, if your a hard worker you will be taken advantage of. Best advice, stay out of hvac and get into refrigeration if you must be that guy. Here's a good test, look at how every tech lives that's been doing this for some time
Niceeee I'm currently getting my hvac licensed next door casa de md in rockvilled.
Well done, ladies.
Starting HVAC school this Sunday: May 26.
Good Luck!!
Diego De La Mota how did it go?