The air conditioning industry has a number of openings, most of which revolve around the installation and repair of air conditioning units. An air conditioning technician installs cooling units in different locations such as private houses and businesses. They are also responsible for the repair and maintenance of air conditioning systems and are required to have the skills to install additional attachments such as electrical wiring.
Applicants for the role of air conditioning technician need to have extensive knowledge of cooling systems including wiring, motors, fans and thermostats. They need to be able to operate the equipment that is used to test the components of the system to ensure that it is functioning at optimum efficiency. The job requires technicians to spend a lot of time travelling to different sites and they may need to complete emergency repairs under pressure if a business’s cooling fails.
The job holder needs the skills to operate cooling units and the analytical abilities to prevent future problems. Applicants are required to have good communication skills for interaction with clients. This job has physical demands as the position holder needs to lift and move heavy equipment. Applicants should be in good physical health and have the strength to complete the work.
People working in air conditioning often learn the required skills while working and usually have the minimum qualification of a high school diploma. Applicants should have a good work ethic and be willing to learn. Salaries are in the range of C
$20 to C
$30 per hour.