AFSC
3E1X1
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Description
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.
Core Skills
- HVAC/R system installation and maintenance
- controls and automation troubleshooting
- electrical and mechanical diagnostics
- environmental monitoring and optimization
- preventive and predictive maintenance
- reading blueprints and schematics
- refrigerant handling and safety
- critical facility support
- work order and asset management
- root cause analysis
- technical documentation
- customer service and user communication
- time management and task prioritization
Common Certifications
- EPA Section 608 Refrigeration Certification
- Journeyman HVAC Technician License
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- NATE HVAC Certification
- Certified Refrigeration Technician
- Master HVAC Technician License
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- CIVIL ENGINEERING
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
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