HVAC Schools in
Tempe

The median HVAC technician salary in the Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler, AZ is $48,370 per year, according to BLS OEWS data. Entry-level technicians typically earn $32,160–$40,265 while experienced technicians and journeymen can earn $69,850+.

Arizona requires a C-39 contractor license for HVAC work. Technicians working under a licensed contractor are not separately licensed by the state.

Most HVAC certificate programs take 6–12 months. Associate degree programs take 18–24 months. HVAC apprenticeship programs in Tempe 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 Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler, AZ is projected to add approximately 170 HVAC job openings per year, with 6% employment growth through 2032 — above the national average of 6%. Tempe and the surrounding Arizona 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 Tempe as elsewhere. Most employers also prefer or require NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certification. Arizona also requires an HVAC contractor license for independent contracting work.