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HVAC Commercial

Heating Ventilating & Air-Conditioning (HVAC) for Commercial structures includes the design; fabrication and installation of sheet metal duct work and air conditioning equipment that delivers hot or cold air as well as exhaust systems. This type of work can be very exciting and rewarding financially, you can earn while learn with above average wages and benefits. The commercial structures are generally large office complexes or shopping centers (malls, high rises). The concerns here from the owners prospective are to provide a comfortable environment for the employees as well as the customers. The abilities and craftsmanship you have gained from attending the apprentice program will help in assuring the owners that you can do the job.

Some of the skills one would learn throughout their apprenticeship training are:

  • Measuring and layout techniques
  • Communications and Supervisory skills
  • Electrical (Digital Controls, High & Low Voltage Equipment and accessories)
  • Refrigeration/air conditioning service work
  • Readings Plans and Specifications
  • Job site safety
  • Building codes
  • Testing and balancing
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Project Management
More on HVAC, go to www.hvacexpertise.com.