HVAC Schools in
San Antonio

The median HVAC technician salary in the San Antonio–New Braunfels, TX is $53,100 per year, according to BLS OEWS data. Entry-level technicians typically earn $35,000–$44,050 while experienced technicians and journeymen can earn $80,000+.

Texas requires an HVAC contractor license. Technicians work under a licensed contractor while building experience hours. EPA 608 required for refrigerant handling.

Most HVAC certificate programs take 6–12 months. Associate degree programs take 18–24 months. HVAC apprenticeship programs in San Antonio 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 San Antonio–New Braunfels, TX is projected to add approximately 880 HVAC job openings per year, with 9% employment growth through 2032 — above the national average of 6%. San Antonio's military presence (Joint Base San Antonio), strong retirement community, and summer temperatures averaging 95°F+ make it a consistently strong HVAC market with high demand for both service techs and commercial specialists.

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