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 roles36
Top employerAire Serv
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring14
Work type90% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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HVAC Installer - Journeyman
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HVAC Installer - Journeyman
Arronco Comfort Air
Burlington, Kentucky
HVAC Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$18 - $35/hr

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Certified HVAC Technician
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Certified HVAC Technician
The Tatitlek Corporation
Williamsburg, Kentucky
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
EPA Refrigeration Certification
501-1,000

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HVAC Installer (Residential)
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HVAC Installer (Residential)
Allgeier Air
Louisville, Kentucky
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
EPA Certification

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HVAC Service Tech
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HVAC Service Tech
Aire Serv
Louisville, Kentucky
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
$25 - $30/hr
201-500

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HVAC Service Tech
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HVAC Service Tech
Aire Serv
Lexington, Kentucky
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$25 - $30/hr
201-500

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HVAC Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
12 jobs
Lexington
6 jobs
Bowling Green
3 jobs
London
2 jobs
Owensboro
2 jobs
Burlington
2 jobs
Butler
1 job
Goshen
1 job
Hadley
1 job

HVAC Job Market in Kentucky

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

Who's Hiring

Aire Serv3 open roles
CBRE2 open roles
SDAC2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing

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 Aire Serv, CBRE, and SDAC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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 Bowling Green 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 10% of hvac openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of November 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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