▲11%
C$19.46
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
10%
CA$16.58
MEDIAN
CA$19.46
90%
CA$26.66
The average hourly pay for a Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer is C$19.46 in 2026
Hourly Rate
C$17 - C$27
Total Pay
C$34k - C$55k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers?
What Do Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers Do?
Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer Tasks
- Install heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment to company standards.
- Assemble and connect equipment, thermostats, timers, and other accessories.
- Interpret instructions, designs, and schematics.
- Communicate with clients, setting expectations, and delivering quality customer service.
- Test systems and diagnose installation problems to ensure products perform at specifications.
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Common Health Benefits for a Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer
Medical
53%
Dental
47%
Vision
40%
None
47%
Gender Breakdown for Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers
Male
100.0%
This data is based on 12 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers
What is the highest pay for Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer is CA$26.66 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer is CA$16.58 / hour
How can Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installer that oversees more junior Heating, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration Mechanic / Installers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.