3E1X1 - HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION AFSC Enlisted

Summary

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.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

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 at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

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.

Training Stages

• 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

Minimum Education

You must be 17–42 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.

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air National Guard
• Air Force Reserve