ENLISTED

HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION

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.

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

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

MINIMUM EDUCATION

A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High school diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours

*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
ASVAB SCORE REQUIREMENTS

55 Mechanical (M) or 45 Electronics (E)
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 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 39

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.