Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

HVAC Technician jobs in San Francisco, CA

141 hvac technicians employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $82,369 median · 44% above the national median.

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HVAC Technician pay in San Francisco, CA

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the San Francisco metro. Half of HVAC Technicians earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $62,180 $82,369 $102,978
25th$62,180 Median$82,369 75th$102,978 vs US44% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full HVAC Technician salary guide →

HVAC Technician pay bands in San Francisco by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Senior HVAC Technician

Typical senior band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$73,720–$96,536
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level HVAC Technician

Typical mid level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$70,013–$100,984
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level HVAC Technician

Typical entry level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$73,720–$103,949
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level HVAC Technician

Typical mid level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$78,662–$93,571
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead HVAC Technician

Typical lead band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$74,955–$95,053
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

HVAC Technician Career Ladder — San Francisco Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to San Francisco’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry HVAC Technician0–2 yrs$59,305
  2. Mid HVAC Technician2–5 yrs$78,250
  3. Senior HVAC Technician5–8 yrs$98,842
  4. Staff HVAC Technician8–12 yrs$119,435
  5. Lead HVAC Technician12+ yrs$140,027

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the HVAC Technician hiring market in San Francisco

  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in San Francisco post HVAC Technician jobs

Employers in the San Francisco metro typically post HVAC Technician roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What San Francisco Employers Actually Ask HVAC Technicians

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

HVAC Technician in San Francisco, CA — Common Questions

How much does a HVAC Technician earn in San Francisco, CA?
Median $82,369/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $62,180–$102,978. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many HVAC Technician jobs are there in San Francisco?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 141 HVAC Technician roles employed in the San Francisco metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Francisco employers use for HVAC Technician?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to HVAC Technician jobs for me?
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