HVAC Jobs in Kentucky

HVAC jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in commercial construction, industrial facilities management, and residential services, with steady demand from new graduates through senior project engineers. Louisville, Lexington, and Cincinnati's northern Kentucky suburbs are the most active hiring markets, where employers like Carrier, Johnson Controls, and University of Kentucky Healthcare consistently fill roles. The most sought-after specialties are commercial refrigeration, building automation systems, and energy-efficiency retrofitting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles42
Top employerICS (Interior Climate Solutions)
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring19
Work type91% On-site
Top industryMarketing

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Perfection Group Inc.
Business Development Representative - Commercial HVAC Maintenance
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Perfection Group Inc.
New 9h ago
Business Development Representative - Commercial HVAC Maintenance
Perfection Group Inc.
Louisville, Kentucky
Business Analysis
Business Operations
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
201-500

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Carrier
Commercial HVAC Solutions Sales Specialist- Louisville/Cincinnati
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Carrier
New 20h ago
Commercial HVAC Solutions Sales Specialist- Louisville/Cincinnati
Carrier
Louisville, Kentucky
Customer Service
Technical Program Management
$79k - $158k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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WinnCompanies
General Maintenance Technician - HVAC Specialist II
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WinnCompanies
Added 1d ago
General Maintenance Technician - HVAC Specialist II
WinnCompanies
Fort Knox, Kentucky
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Allgeier Air
HVAC Service Technician
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Allgeier Air
Added 2d ago
HVAC Service Technician
Allgeier Air
Louisville, Kentucky
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$80k - $120k/yr
On-Site
NATE Certification

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A+ Derr Heating & Cooling
HVAC Service & Maintenance Technician
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A+ Derr Heating & Cooling
Added 2d ago
HVAC Service & Maintenance Technician
A+ Derr Heating & Cooling
Louisville, Kentucky
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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HVAC Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
12 jobs
Lexington
7 jobs
Madisonville
3 jobs
Newport
2 jobs
Burlington
2 jobs
Bowling Green
2 jobs
Fort Campbell
2 jobs
Irvine
1 job
Glasgow
1 job

HVAC Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

ICS (Interior Climate Solutions)
ICS (Interior Climate Solutions)4 open roles
SDAC
SDAC3 open roles
WinnCompanies
WinnCompanies3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Marketing & Advertising

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in HVAC jobs across Kentucky.

  • Active Kentucky HVAC contractor license or EPA Section 608 certification recognized in Kentucky
  • Completion of an accredited HVAC-R apprenticeship program or associate degree in HVAC technology
  • Demonstrated experience installing, maintaining, and repairing commercial or residential HVAC systems
  • Proficiency reading mechanical drawings, blueprints, and building specifications
  • Valid Kentucky driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites
  • Familiarity with building automation systems and energy management controls

HVAC Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a hvac in Kentucky?

Kentucky requires hvac contractors to hold a state license issued through the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, which oversees the mechanical contractor licensing process. Candidates typically complete a formal apprenticeship through a union such as UA Local 110 or 502, or earn an associate degree in HVAC technology from a program at Jefferson Community and Technical College or Bluegrass Community and Technical College, then pass the required state exam.

Which companies hire hvacs in Kentucky?

Kentucky hvac roles are posted by ICS (Interior Climate Solutions), SDAC, and WinnCompanies and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Large commercial contractors and facility management firms with long-term Kentucky operations are among the most consistent posters, particularly in Louisville and the Lexington metro.

Which Kentucky cities have the most hvac jobs?

Louisville, Lexington, and Madisonville lead Kentucky in hvac openings. Louisville drives the highest volume thanks to its dense mix of manufacturing plants, hospital campuses, and large commercial real estate, while Lexington's university medical center and growing suburban development create steady demand, and northern Kentucky benefits from cross-river industrial and corporate activity tied to the Greater Cincinnati market.

Are there remote hvac jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, but they're rare. HVAC work is fundamentally hands-on and site-dependent, so fully remote roles represent only a small fraction of openings. About 9% of hvac openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in design, estimating, or building automation system monitoring rather than installation or service.

How can I get hired as a hvac in Kentucky with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a registered apprenticeship through UA Local 110 in Louisville or UA Local 502, which pay apprentices while they train and lead directly to journeyman licensure. Jefferson Community and Technical College and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College offer certificate programs that help candidates land helper or apprentice roles at commercial mechanical contractors. Holding an EPA Section 608 certification before applying gives entry-level candidates a clear edge over those without any credential.

Where can I find and apply to hvac jobs in Kentucky?

You can find and apply to hvac jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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