Roles in HVACR

Question 1

Entry-Level Helper

Answer 1

A first-year helper may be an apprentice who provides help to the senior technician in the field while servicing and installing HVACR equipment or systems.

Question 2

Rough-In Installer

Answer 2

“Rough-in” is the initial HVACR system installation process, and the workers typically consist of first- through third-year technicians.

Question 3

Start-Up Technician

Answer 3

Once a new system has been installed, a fourth- or fifth-year technician will go through the manufacturer’s procedures for start-up.

Question 4

Service Technician

Answer 4

A service technician has at least four years of field experience and provides individual system owners with repairs and maintenance.

Question 5

Equipment Operator

Answer 5

Equipment operators are responsible for the safe operation of large commercial and industrial HVACR plants. They typically must hold a state or city license.

Question 6

Facility Maintenance Personnel (FMP)

Answer 6

FMP are responsible for planned and routine minor service on commercial equipment. They may perform duties on other facility equipment and be part of a crew.

Question 7

Service Manager

Answer 7

This is a highly skilled technician with several years of experience who is responsible for overseeing the operation of an HVACR company.

Question 8

System Designer

Answer 8

These contractors size and design HVACR systems for small to large buildings based on industry standard design guidelines.

Question 9

Sales

Answer 9

These workers specialize in either inside or outside sales. Inside sales technicians focus on parts and equipment for individual contractors. Outside sales technicians focus on parts and equipment for facility owners and contractors.