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Oxnard is a solid HVAC market. Heat drives much of the HVAC workload here, with cooling reliability, airflow, and seasonal replacement work staying important. Based on the most recent BLS-backed salary data in your city import, the metro shows an average HVAC salary of $65,990 per year, with entry-level pay around $44,540 and senior-level pay around $95,200. The area also supports about 840 HVAC jobs.Most openings in Oxnard center on residential service, light commercial work, maintenance calls, and replacement projects. That makes the metro a good fit for technicians who want steady service work, install experience, or a path into more complex commercial systems over time. If you can troubleshoot cleanly, communicate well with customers or facility teams, and stay strong on maintenance fundamentals, Oxnard offers a solid place to build an HVAC career.

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What is the average HVAC salary in Oxnard?

The average HVAC salary in Oxnard is about $65,990 per year based on the most recent BLS data in your import. Entry-level roles start around $44,540, while senior HVAC technicians can reach about $95,200 depending on specialization, employer, and overtime.

Do you need a license to work HVAC in Oxnard?

Yes — California has statewide HVAC licensing through Contractors State License Board (CSLB). The main credential is typically a C-20 HVAC Contractor License. Many technicians still work under a licensed contractor depending on the role. EPA Section 608 certification is required for refrigerant work. Always verify current requirements with Contractors State License Board (CSLB) before making career decisions.

Is Oxnard a good place to build an HVAC career?

Yes — Oxnard offers a solid mix of HVAC work for technicians who want to grow. Heat drives much of the HVAC workload here, with cooling reliability, airflow, and seasonal replacement work staying important. The metro supports about 840 HVAC jobs in the current import, which points to a meaningful local market. Residential service, light commercial work, maintenance, and replacement jobs all help create multiple paths to build experience.

Oxnard

Salary Data

HVAC Technician Pay

$65,990

/year avg salary

Entry

$44,540

Senior

$95,200

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Licensing

License Requirements

C-20 HVAC Contractor License — HVAC contracting under CSLB C-20 classification

Administered by: Contractors State License Board (CSLB)

EPA Section 608 certification required for refrigerant handling

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Training

Trade Schools and Programs

  • Orange Coast College — HVACR Technology | $46/unit (CA residents) + fees | HVACR core program. Program
  • El Camino College — Air Conditioning & Refrigeration | AS ~2 years; cert can be <6 months | Cost not clearly posted | Residential, commercial, industrial, controls, EPA prep. Program
  • Mt. San Antonio College — Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology | AS or certificate | Cost not clearly posted | Design, ops, installation, maintenance, repair. Program

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