Ready to begin your thriving HVAC career in Florida? Find out about the costs, training, and benefits of the profession.<\/p>\n
In this guide, you will learn the requirements for obtaining your Florida HVAC license.<\/span><\/p>\n You do need a Florida HVAC license, issued by the<\/span> Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations<\/span><\/a>, if you are performing work on a heating, air conditioning, or refrigeration unit. An apprentice HVAC technician or mechanic must work under a properly licensed contractor, or the person performing the work must be a licensed HVAC professional in Florida.<\/span><\/p>\n Florida has four different HVAC technician licenses. State licenses are issued by the<\/span> Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations<\/span><\/a>, which is overseen by the Construction Industry Licensing Board.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to these state-based licenses, you also can get additional licenses that provide further opportunities:<\/span><\/p>\n A refrigeration license, known as an<\/span> EPA Section 608 Technician certification<\/span><\/a>, is not mandatory for technicians in Florida. This license ensures that technicians know how to handle the refrigerant chemicals found in most air conditioning systems.<\/span><\/p>\n You need a Florida HVAC license to get hired within the state. The license demonstrates to customers and employers your knowledge of the equipment. Without a license, most private individuals will not hire you for contract work. Also, getting a Class A license or NATE license is helpful because you can earn more money.<\/span><\/p>\n Hourly HVAC technicians in Florida can expect to earn an average of<\/span> $26.23 per hour<\/span><\/a>, although there\u2019s a broad range. Apprentice HVAC techs or mechanics may earn wages closer to the lower end of the pay range, $16.24, while those with multiple certifications and years of experience may earn closer to the maximum, $42.38 per hour. A few other things affect your hourly rate: where you live, and whether your employer pays overtime, or pays more if you work nights or weekends (for emergency service calls).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re a salaried HVAC professional, like an HVAC manager or field supervisor, you can expect to earn an average of<\/span> $78,257 per year<\/span><\/a>, although salaried HVAC positions also have a wide range, with a low of $50,278 and a top salary of $121,806. Again, where you live, your experience, and whether you own your own HVAC business can all affect your income.<\/span><\/p>\n Costs vary depending on the license. For the state certifications, the fees are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\nDo you need a license in Florida to become an HVAC technician?<\/h2>\n
What are the different types of HVAC licenses?<\/h2>\n
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What is the difference between HVAC and Refrigeration licenses?<\/h3>\n
Benefits of getting an HVAC license<\/h2>\n
Average wages for HVAC positions in Florida<\/h2>\n
How much does it cost to get an HVAC license in Florida?<\/h2>\n
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