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Heating Technician (Heizungstechnik)
GewO §94 Z.26
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade
- Qualification: Qualification exam
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Exam fees: Covered by government since July 2023
- Start immediately: Yes, upon registration
- Also covers: HVAC, ventilation, cooling systems
Why This Trade Is Booming
Energy transition = massive demand
Austria's "Raus aus Oel und Gas" (Away from Oil and Gas) initiative drives
a surge in heat pump, biomass, and solar thermal installations. Subsidies
of up to €7,500 per household make heating system replacements very attractive.
What This Trade Covers
- Heat pump installation and commissioning
- Biomass heating systems (pellets, wood chips)
- Solar thermal systems
- Gas and oil heating (existing systems)
- Underfloor heating and radiator systems
- Ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
Qualification Alternatives
- Qualification exam (Befaehigungspruefung)
- HTL diploma in mechanical engineering + 3 years experience
- University/FH degree in relevant engineering + 2 years experience
- Individual assessment (§19 GewO)
- Qualified manager (§39 GewO)
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Related Guides
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.