HVAC: A Fast-growing Industry That Gives People a Second Chance
Imagine having a career that’s in demand, with opportunities to advance and build a stable future. This is the reality for many people who have found a second chance in the HVAC industry. With jobs projected to grow by 13% through 2028, HVAC is a field that can provide real stability and opportunities for advancement.
HVAC Training Can Be the Key to a New Career
There are tons of trade programs designed to help people with records get a career in HVAC. These programs offer HVAC apprenticeships that can help people with records get back on their feet. Through the Second Chance Pell Pilot Program, you can even use Pell Grants to pay for HVAC training.
Some groups use HVAC training to empower people to start their own business. Several HVAC programs will accept you even if you have a record, such as:
- Inmates to Entrepreneurs
- Lone Star College
- TJC
- Collin College
- Ashworth College
Our mentor program, career assessments, and resource map can serve as valuable tools as you explore a career in HVAC.
Big HVAC Companies are Hiring Second Chance Employees
It’s not just small shops that are hiring second chance employees. Major companies have pledged to give qualified individuals with criminal backgrounds a fair shot. These companies see that a mistake on your record doesn’t define your potential. Companies include:
HVAC is a Career With Real Potential
HVAC isn’t just a job—it’s a path forward. You could start as a HVAC technician and work your way up to running your own company one day. Since every building requires HVAC, you can find work almost anywhere. With the right training and mindset, you can build a stable and successful career.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for a way out of the past and into a brighter future, a career in HVAC might be your ticket.
- First, find a training program that supports second chances and openly welcomes folks with records.
- Then, get in touch with the companies that have pledged to hire second chance workers. They might have some inside tips on how to get hired.
Plus, our jobs and employment section has the tools and information you need to help prepare for an interview, and build a resume that will get you noticed. And, we’ve got a list of companies that have signed the Second Chance Pledge.
A career in the HVAC industry can be rewarding. It’s an industry that’s all about opening doors and giving people a chance to build something new.
