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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Install, maintain and operate heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment

Perform recurring maintenance and seasonal overhaul on every system

Solve maintenance problems through use of wiring, schematic drawings and analyzing construction

Survey proposed work to determine resource requirements

Career Tasks

In control of comfort

Climate control plays a large role in the comfort and efficiency of our Airmen as well as our electronic equipment. Responsible for maintaining the mechanical systems that keep our surroundings temperature-controlled, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) specialists ensure that every space at their respective base is functioning correctly. These experts install, maintain and repair the different HVAC/R systems necessary for us to complete our operations in a variety of climates all over the world.

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Qualifications Summary

Minimum Education High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED ASVAB Requirements Mechanical; Electronics Qualifications
  • Knowledge of HVAC/R system principles, controls and components
  • Normal color vision Possession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles
  • Completion of 8.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
  • Must be between the ages of 17 and 39
Install, maintain, repair and operate heating and cooling systems and equipment around the world. HVAC00:00
Training & Education
How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.
  • Basic military Training

    8.5 weeks

  • Technical Training

    98 days

Tech School Location

Sheppard AFB TX

Status upon Completion

Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Electronic Systems Technology

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Interests & Skills

  1. Electronics & Electrical
  2. Facilities
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Flights and 30-days vacation with pay each year.

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