Expert Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Professionals
HVACR Service Technicians
The United Association (UA) represents the most highly trained and skilled HVACR service technicians in North America. Our members are trusted experts in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration—delivering essential services that keep homes, businesses, and critical facilities running smoothly, 24/7.
What Do UA HVACR Service Technicians Do?
UA HVACR service technicians install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex climate control and refrigeration systems. Their expertise covers:
Heating Systems
Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, radiant heat, and advanced energy-efficient solutions.
Refrigeration
Walk-in coolers/freezers, ice machines, supermarket refrigeration, and process cooling.
Air Conditioning and Cooling
Central air systems, rooftop units, split systems, and high-efficiency upgrades.
Controls and Smart Technology
Integrated building management systems, programmable thermostats, and IoT-enabled controls.
Ventilation
Ductwork design, indoor air quality systems, and building automation controls.
Preventive Maintenance
Routine inspections, system optimization, and energy-saving tune-ups for maximum performance and reliability.
UA HVACR service technicians are trusted to work in a wide range of industries
Industries we serve
UA HVACR service technicians work across a diverse range of industries, including:
- Commercial: Office buildings and hotels
- Residential: Homes, apartments, and multi-family complexes
- Healthcare: Hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities
- Education: Schools, colleges, and universities
- Industrial and manufacturing
- Retail stores: Supermarkets, shopping centers, and restaurants
- Datacenters and technology hubs
- Government and institutional facilities: Public buildings, military bases, nursing homes, and sports facilities
UA HVACR service technicians are trusted partners for both emergency response and planned upgrades, ensuring safety, comfort, and regulatory compliance for every client served.
Discover the Advantage of a Career in the HVACR Field
Why choose a career as a UA HVACR service technician?
There are many reasons to begin a career in the HVACR field, including:
There are many reasons to begin a career in the HVACR field, including:
In-Demand Skills
The need for qualified HVACR professionals continues to grow as building systems become more advanced and energy efficiency standards rise. UA HVACR service technicians are at the forefront of this essential industry.
Excellent Wages and Benefits
UA members earn industry-leading wages and comprehensive benefits, including full-family healthcare, retirement, and paid training.
Year-Round Employment
HVACR work is steady throughout the year—cooling in summer, heating in winter, and critical maintenance in every season. Service technicians enjoy stable, rewarding careers with long-term growth potential.
Continuous Training
Affiliated state-of-the-art UA Training Centers offer journeyman upgrade classes to ensure technicians are up to date with the latest technologies, codes, industry knowledge, and safety standards.
Begin Your Journey to a Brighter Future
Start your career as a UA HVACR service technician
UA apprenticeships are the gateway to a rewarding, high-demand career in HVACR. As a UA apprentice, you will:
- Earn While You Learn
Get paid from Day One, with no student debt. - Receive World-Class Training
Learn from industry leaders in state-of-the-art training facilities. - Gain Nationally Recognized Credentials
UA journeymen develop in-demand skills and gain certifications respected across North America. - Access Career Advancement Opportunities
From apprentice to journeyman and beyond.
Take the first step toward a stable, well-paying, and meaningful career.
Join the UA
Are you looking to begin a new career as an apprentice? Are you an experienced tradesperson searching for a brighter future?
Please submit your contact information to receive more information on available careers as an HVACR Service Technician through the UA.
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