Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
National Occupation Code (NOC): 7313 ยท Browse All Occupations
Heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics install, maintain, repair and overhaul residential central air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems. They are employed by heating, refrigeration and air conditioning installation contractors, various industrial settings, food wholesalers, engineering firms and retail and servicing establishments. Transport refrigeration mechanics are included in this unit group.
Alternate Job Titles
- Air Conditioning And Heating Mechanic
- Air Conditioning And Refrigeration Mechanic
- Apprentice Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Central Air Conditioner Installer
- Central Air Conditioner Repairer
- Central Air Conditioning Installer
- Central Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Central Air Conditioning Repairer
- Central Air Conditioning Servicer
- Commercial Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Commercial Refrigeration Mechanic
- Heating And Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Heating And Cooling Mechanic
- Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic
- Hydronics Technician
- Journeyman/woman Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanic (non-construction)
- Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanic Apprentice
- Refrigeration And Mechanical Technician
- Refrigeration Mechanic
- Refrigeration Mechanic Apprentice
- Refrigeration System Installer
- Refrigeration Technician
- Transport Refrigeration Mechanic
- Transport Refrigeration Technician
- Central Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Commercial Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Heating And Cooling Mechanic
- Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic
- Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanic Apprentice
- Refrigeration Mechanic
- Transport Refrigeration Mechanic
- Journeyman Refrigeration Technician
- Refrigeration Technician
- HVAC
- Refrigeration Tech
Median Income by Education
The following table details the median income for various education levels for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics.
| Education Level | Median Income |
|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | N/A |
| Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate | $21,630 |
| Apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma | $65,099 |
| College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma | $53,813 |
| University certificate or diploma below bachelor level | N/A |
| University certificate, diploma or degree at bachelor level or above | $35,084 |
| Total: Highest certificate, diploma or degree | $61,747 |
Median Income by Gender
The following table details median income by gender for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics.
| Gender | Median Income |
|---|---|
| Male | $61,747 |
| Female | $61,581 |
Extracted Salary Information (19 samples)
The following salary data has been extracted from job posts indexed on this website over the last year for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics.
Regional Employment Participation by Age Group
This chart and accompanying table outlines regional employment participation by age group for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics
| Age Group | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| 15 to 24 years | 130 |
| 25 to 34 years | 290 |
| 35 to 44 years | 205 |
| 45 to 54 years | 160 |
| 55 to 64 years | 95 |
| 65 to 74 years | 10 |
| 75 years and over | 10 |
| Total | 905 |
Regional Employment Participation by Employment Type
This chart outlines regional employment participation by employment type for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics. Hover over a pie section to see the associated employment type, or refer to the table below.
| Employment Type | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| Full Time | 255 |
| Part Time | 660 |
| Total | 905 |
Regional Employment Participation by Gender
This chart outlines regional employment participation by gender for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics. Hover over a pie section to see the associated gender, or refer to the table below.
| Gender | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| Male | 875 |
| Female | 15 |
| Total | 900 |
Regional Employment Participation by Class of Worker
This chart outlines regional employment participation by class of worker for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics. Hover over a pie section to see the associated class, or refer to the table below.
| Class | Employed Individuals |
|---|---|
| Employee | 830 |
| Self Employed | 65 |
| Total | 905 |
Regional Employment Participation by Labour Force Status
This chart outlines regional employment participation by labour force status for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics. Hover over a pie section to see the associated labour status, or refer to the table below.
| Labour Status | Individuals |
|---|---|
| Employed | 885 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Total | 905 |
Regional Employment Participation by Education Level
This chart outlines regional employment participation by education level for heating, refrigeration and air conditioning mechanics. Hover over a pie section to see the associated education level, or refer to the table below.
| Education Level | Individuals |
|---|---|
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 30 |
| Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 135 |
| Apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma | 390 |
| College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma | 290 |
| University certificate or diploma below bachelor level | 10 |
| University certificate, diploma or degree at bachelor level or above | 55 |
| Total | 905 |