Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$62,970/yrApprenticeship (very common) | Trade school certificate | Licensure (varies by trade)↗ Steady
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HVAC Technician
HVAC Technicians install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Typical pay
$52,000/yr
Education
Apprenticeship (very common) | Trade school certificate | Licensure (varies by trade)
Outlook
↑ Above Average
Why this matters in Skilled Trades
Every building needs water and climate systems.
What you’d actually do
Install HVAC systems, perform preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair heating and cooling issues, check refrigerant levels, clean and replace filters, read blueprints, test systems for proper operation, and advise customers on energy efficiency.
What can I do right now?
- SkillsUSA, Habitat for Humanity, Maker spaces, Trade skill camps
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