Airport HVAC Apprentice: Train to Licensed Mechanic

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking an HVAC Mechanic Apprentice in the Airports Authority Trades Apprentice Employment Program at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). This is a non-career, term position within the Airport Maintenance Department.

During on-the-job and classroom training, you will perform progressively complex HVAC work, learn EPA refrigerant handling, and develop skills toward becoming a licensed

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to learn HVAC trade progression within the Apprentice Employment Program.
• Ability to drive a pickup truck and operate similar vehicles.
• Ability to work safely and follow safety rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
• Computer skills with computerized work order and time/attendance systems.
• Must pass Airports Authority background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Learn to troubleshoot HVAC problems and repair equipment from basic to advanced levels.
• Learn to use manuals, wiring diagrams, and tools used by the trade.
• Assist journey-level HVAC mechanics with site work and material handling.
• Learn to repair electrical, electronic and pneumatic HVAC controls and diagnose problems.
• Understand EPA refrigerant handling regulations and industry standards.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining work orders and preventive maintenance.

Skills

HVAC basics

Safety procedures

Vehicle operation

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trades course in high school

Job description

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking an HVAC Mechanic Apprentice in the Airports Authority Trades Apprentice Employment Program at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). This is a non-career, term position within the Airport Maintenance Department.

During on-the-job and classroom training, you will perform progressively complex HVAC work, learn EPA refrigerant handling, and develop skills toward becoming a licensed