Becoming an HVAC technician in Minneapolis, MN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide total of 400,850 HVAC technicians, with approximately 34,743 in Minneapolis, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Minneapolis earn an average of $948.62 per week, with an annual overtime average of $49,328. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,300 annually for experienced professionals.
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. Job Summary Provides quality services and/or products while focusing on customer satisfaction and safety. Essential Functions • Services, inspects and installs residential gas and electric appliances and equipment to comply with codes and ensure superior service in terms of safety, reliability, customer satisfaction and monetary value. • Responds to utility related calls for all customers, locates gas leaks at customer’s premise, and takes necessary steps to maintain public and personal safety. • Promotes and accepts accountability for providing superior customer satisfaction and selling of Home Service Plus products and services (e.g., Service Plus contracts, options, HSP sales referrals) to customers. Maintains professional working relationships with internal and external customers. • Responds to emergency situations to assure the safe delivery of natural gas and to maintain public and personal safety. • Demonstrates efficient and productive work practices and identifies or recommends and/or incorporates improved methods to increase productivity working within division procedures and guidelines. • Operates and maintains company vehicle in a safe manner, controls parts inventory, and is responsible for tool and equipment condition in order to ensure safe efficient service. • Develops, maintains and demonstrates related skill proficiency based on changes in products and/or technology in order to provide service excellence. Education Description • Requires successful completion of a 1 or 2 year, diploma or associate degree program (minimum 2 semesters or 3 quarters) at an accredited educational institution in heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent technical skills. Experience Tech B • Entry level position • Without a technical degree, minimum of 2 years' experience in heating, refrigeration and air conditioning. Tech A Special Technician • Must Have completed at least two years in the "A" Technician classification. We want you to know Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. What we bring to you • Competitive pay • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day • Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits • Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution • Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off • Paid training • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement • Life, AD&D, Disability • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Take-home vehicle and company laptop computer (if applicable) • Tools, uniforms and cold weather coveralls • (if applicable) • Safety shoes reimbursement up to $225.00 every 2 years • Safety prescription eyeglass (reimbursement) • 9 Paid Holidays, plus 2 Personal Holidays Job Type: Full Time Posting Start Date: 01/31/2025 Posting End Date: 04/30/2025 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Compensation Rate: $31.93 Hourly CenterPoint Energy is required by Minnesota law to provide a good faith estimate of the starting fixed pay rate at the time of posting for the opportunity. This hourly compensation is specific to Minnesota and the pay rate negotiated in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. #LI-CNP
See More Details >>• Only considering applicants with Commercial HVAC experience* Company Description CaptiveAire is the nation's leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now provides a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork, and HVAC equipment. For over 40 years, we've led the industry with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times. CaptiveAire maintains a network of over 90 sales offices in the U.S. and Canada and six strategically located manufacturing plants in North Carolina, Iowa, Oklahoma, California, Pennsylvania and Florida. Job Duties • Commissioning of new ventilation and HVAC equipment • Repair, replace and trouble-shoot existing HVAC equipment • Develop and maintain service schedule • Prepare and submit job reports and invoices daily Job Requirements • HVAC, HVAC/R skill set desired • Strong knowledge of electrical systems • Ability to read commercial wiring schematics • Ability to lift 50 pounds independently and use power and hand tools • Work in outside conditions and in tight spaces (inside RTU) • Use of ladders for roof access Benefits • Medical, dental and vision insurance • Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance • Paid holidays • Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure • 401k with employer match • Flexible spending account (FSA) • Tenure awards • Employee referral bonus • Safety-toe footwear reimbursement • Company provided vehicle, tools, gas card, and uniform shirts Salary: Base salary (above average), plus monthly bonus based upon productivity and profits. Captive-Aire Systems, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, uniformed services, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law. #LP1
See More Details >>Pronto Heating & Air Conditioning of Edina, MN is seeking to hire a full-time HVAC Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair residential heating and cooling systems, as well as make sales. Are you a customer service rockstar who just happens to be mechanically-inclined and knowledgeable about HVAC too? Do you want to further your career with an established company that has a good reputation? If so, read on! This HVAC Maintenance Technician position pays $17.00-$40.00/hr, depending on experience and skillset, plus sales commissions of up to $80,000 annually. That is a total earning potential of up to $175,000 annually! We also offer family health benefits, dental benefits, a 401k with match, 2-3 weeks of paid vacation, an iPhone, an iPad, company uniforms, and 100-200 hours of tech & sales training each year. Our HVAC Technicians also get to drive a company truck home each evening and all tools are provided! If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today! ABOUT PRONTO HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Our family has been doing this for over 56 years. We've learned a lot. When it came time to build a new company, we had lots of new ideas. We make it simple. We do the job right. We're reliable. We have new ideas, but we're kinda old fashioned, too. We're guests in our clients' homes, and they find us professional and pleasant. We leave their homes clean and tidy. Risking taunts from kids, we even wear plastic booties over our shoes. We both arrive at our clients' homes and finish when we say we will. We couldn't guarantee any of this without our amazing team of employees. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best. We offer top pay, fantastic perks and benefits, opportunities for advancement, and, most of all, a fun and friendly place to work! HVAC MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS • 2 years of tech school • Sales skills • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record Are you dependable and hardworking? Do you have good communication skills and the ability to express technical information in layman's terms? Are you friendly and service-oriented? Do you present yourself professionally? Are you motivated to further your career as a skilled HVAC Technician? If so, you may be perfect for this HVAC Maintenance Technician position! WORK SCHEDULE HVAC Maintenance Technicians work a typical Monday-Friday schedule, but all technicians rotate working on-call after hours and on weekends. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you feel that you would be the right HVAC Technician for this position, fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you! Location: 55439 Must be able to pass a background check and pass periodic drug screenings.
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