The survey. was sent out in April 2012 and received 4,000 responses from shipping. industry workers globally. The data we present here shows some interesting insights into the transition. from sea to shore, the variety of packages available to employees and the range. of salaries across the industry.
more HVAC definitions. HVAC is an abbreviation for Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. HVAC Contractors specialize in the installation and maintenance of furnaces, boilers, heat pumps and central air conditioners. However, in addition to installing and maintaining HVAC equipment, HVAC contractors typically help consumers decide which equipment to purchase. This makes the HVAC market somewhat different from the market for other expensive consumer products.
A commercial building contractor oversees the construction and remodeling of stores, malls, hotels and other commercial projects. Most building contractors own their own companies and many of them worked in the construction industry before becoming contractors. Contracting A building contractor finds, solicits bids from and schedules all of the subcontractors that are necessary to complete the project. The new homeowner or business owner contracts with the building contractor, and the building contractor contracts with the subcontractors and suppliers. Contractors typically charge from 10 percent to 15 percent of the total project cost for this service.