HVAC Schools in
Ogden

The median HVAC technician salary in the Salt Lake City, UT is $48,610 per year, according to BLS OEWS data. Entry-level technicians typically earn $32,460–$40,535 while experienced technicians and journeymen can earn $69,710+.

Utah requires both journeyman and contractor HVAC licensing. The S350 classification covers HVAC contracting.

Most HVAC certificate programs take 6–12 months. Associate degree programs take 18–24 months. HVAC apprenticeship programs in Ogden typically take 4–5 years but pay wages from day one. The fastest route to employment is a certificate program followed by an entry-level tech position.

Yes. The Salt Lake City, UT is projected to add approximately 120 HVAC job openings per year, with 6% employment growth through 2032 — above the national average of 6%. Ogden and the surrounding Utah market rely on year-round heating and cooling demand. Accredited HVAC programs in the region prepare technicians for residential service, commercial installs, and EPA 608 certification.

EPA Section 608 certification is required by federal law for anyone handling refrigerants, and is mandatory in Ogden as elsewhere. Most employers also prefer or require NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certification. Utah also requires an HVAC contractor license for independent contracting work.