Heating, AC, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers
Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration systems.
SOC 49-9021
AI exposure: 14/100
shielded tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, AC, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | 14 | $57,670 | +9% | 406,900 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Technical Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Physical Stamina
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Heating, AC, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Heating, AC, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers role. Its 14/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 14/100, in the Shielded band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $57,670 median annual wage and 9% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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