Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

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.

What You'll Do

• 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

U.S. Air Force Maintainers: How We Work

Training & Education

• Basic Military Training: 7.5 weeks
• Technical Training: 98 days
• Tech School Location: Sheppard AFB, TX
• Status Upon Completion: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Electronic Systems Technology

Key Things to Consider Requirements

• You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.
• You must be 1742 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score.
• High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
• Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.
• 55 Mechanical (M) and 45 Electronics (E)
• 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 at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

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