Salary guide
Air Conditioning Technician
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 4 hours/week
EngineeringBuilding Services
- F-Gas certification is legally required for all UK aircon engineers
Other names this job is known by
- Aircon Engineer
- HVAC Technician
Key responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair air conditioning systems
- Diagnose faults and perform repairs
- Test system performance
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
- Prepare service reports
Skills and qualifications required
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
- F-Gas certification (legal requirement)
- Apprenticeship in building services (preferred)
- Driving licence
- Good practical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Technician
- Supervisor
- Contracts Manager
- HVAC Engineer
How to get the job
- Complete an apprenticeship or NVQ
- Obtain F-Gas certification
- Gain experience in HVAC roles
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