Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Commercial Airlines is excited to offer opportunities for a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician to join our Facilities team in Puget Sound, Washington.

As a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of HVAC-R equipment, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Your expertise will be essential in laying out, constructing, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting these systems to ensure optimal performance in our plant facilities. You will engage with advanced controls and components, utilizing your skills to read blueprints, make precise adjustments, and perform routine maintenance. Your role will involve collaborating with various teams, diagnosing malfunctions, and implementing effective solutions to enhance system reliability.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities

• Lay out, construct, install, maintain, and repair HVAC-R equipment, including associated controls and components.

• Work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks effectively.

• Utilize testing equipment to read and adjust controls for optimal system performance.

• Install and adjust valve controls, perform electrical wiring, and set up electronic controls for HVAC-R systems.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain various types of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

• Conduct routine maintenance on HVAC-R systems according to the Preventative Maintenance schedule.

• Service HVAC-R equipment in office, commercial, and industrial settings based on service requests.

• Collaborate with customers, vendors, and engineers to gather information on equipment operations and maintenance history.

• Monitor system operations using the Energy Management Control System (EMCS) and perform visual inspections for defects.

• Diagnose malfunctions in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or electronic systems and develop corrective action plans.

• Maintain and program moisture control, airflow, and thermal balance to ensure indoor air quality.

• Install, maintain, and leak test refrigeration systems, adhering to safety practices and refrigerant handling protocols.

• Assemble and attach refrigeration components using appropriate methods, including soldering and brazing.

• Perform precision alignment of equipment using tools such as lasers and dial indicators.

• Monitor and maintain water and chemicals in open and closed systems to ensure compliance with specifications.

• Operate mechanical lifts safely while adhering to personal protective equipment guidelines.

• Consult with co-workers, supervisors, or engineers when assistance is needed and document repairs and modifications upon job completion.

• Maintain required certifications, including EPA Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

Basic Qualifications :

• 3+ years of experience in Commercial/Industrial heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) field performing trouble shooting, maintaining & repairing equipment

• 3+ years of cascading refrigeration experience

• Must possess a card from a certifying organization approved by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), that shows you to be certified as a Universal technician as required by 40 CFR (Code or Federal Regulations) part 82, Subpart

• Must be able to complete Fall Protection Training

• Must be physically able to lift 35 or more pounds during a shift

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift :

This role will be for 1st shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $41.00/hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 26, 2026

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.