Oregon HVAC License Requirements
Your complete guide to HVAC licensing in Oregon, including who needs a license, what it costs, and how to apply.
Oregon HVAC License Summary
- Last updated: July 30, 2026
- Written by: James R. Leichter
- Reviewed by: Aptora Staff
License Types in Oregon
Limited Maintenance Specialty Contractor HVAC/R
Covers maintaining, servicing, repairing, or replacing commercial and industrial fuel-burning and electrical HVACR systems.
Class A Limited Energy Technician
Covers complex low-voltage electrical work, HVAC control wiring, and specialized protective signaling life safety systems.
Class B Limited Energy Technician
Covers installing, maintaining, and servicing limited energy electrical systems for HVAC equipment excluding protective signaling systems.
Requirements Overview
Requirements may vary by license type
- Be at least 18 years old
- Hold diploma or GED
- Complete required training
- Gain required work experience
- Pass applicable licensing exams
- Register business with Oregon
- Maintain required bond and insurance
- Submit applications and fees
Cost & Timeline Overview
Cost and timeline may vary by license type
$700 - $1,300
Estimated Cost Estimated upfront licensing costs
4 - 8 weeks
Estimated Timeline Typical time to complete licensing
Every 2 Years
Renewal Cycle How often renewal is required
8 - 16 Hours
Continued Education Ongoing education to maintain licensure
Average Salary & Wages for HVAC Tech in Oregon
Based on the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and industry reports.
$62,700
Avg. Annual Salary Average yearly earnings for an HVAC technician
$94,520+
Top Earners' Salary Potential earnings for the top 10% of HVAC techs in the field
400+
Job Openings / Year Current HVAC hiring demand based on active job listings
HVAC Technician Salary by Experience
Top HVAC Training Programs & Schools
Portland Community College
Portland, OR
Rogue Community College
White City, OR
Linn-Benton Community College
Albany, OR
Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR
UA Local 290
Tualatin, OR
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR
Klamath Community College
Klamath Falls, OR
Sheet Metal Institute
Portland, OR
Northwest College of Construction
Portland, OR
Reciprocity
Out-of-State Reciprocity
Oregon does not offer direct HVAC contractor reciprocity, requiring out-of-state contractors to complete Oregon licensing steps.
Local Permits & Rules
Cities and counties may have additional permit requirements.
Common Mistakes
- Lapsing mandatory general liability insurance policy
- Not finishing required 16 hour pre-license education
- Submitting incomplete CCB contractor applications
- Forgetting required BCD specialty license endorsements
- Allowing mandatory CCB surety bond to lapse
