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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Controls Mechanic

Air Force Civilian Service
Alamogordo, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Keep Holloman AFB mission‑ready with your expertise. Skilled Hands, Critical Systems, Real Impact. The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking talented Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Controls Mechanics (WG‑5301‑10) to maintain and repair the complex HVAC/R systems that keep our facilities, equipment, and personnel operating at peak performance. From large industrial systems to advanced DDC controls, your craftsmanship directly supports Air Force readiness.

The primary purpose of this position is to install, maintain, repair, and modify large, complex heating, cooling, ventilation, refrigeration, and direct digital control systems across Holloman AFB. The role ensures mission‑critical facilities remain safe, stable, and fully operational by troubleshooting, calibrating, and sustaining HVAC/R equipment and environmental control systems essential to Air Force readiness.br>

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Salary Range is $59,737 - $69,721 based on experience.

AFCS Benefits

Paid Time Off:

  • 11 Federal Holidays each year
  • 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)

Paid Vacation Time

  • 13-26 days per year based on length of employment

Health Insurance

  • No waiting period to qualify for you and your family

Retirement

  • Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
  • Basic Benefits Plan
  • Social Security
  • Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)

Requirements For This Position

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC/R systems, refrigeration principles, and the refrigeration cycle.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heating boilers, power heating systems, and associated mechanical components.
  • Skill using gauges, multimeters, diagnostic tools, and standard HVAC/R hand and power tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Experience dismantling, repairing, and reassembling compressors, pumps, chillers, evaporators, and related components.
  • Universal EPA CFC/NCFC certification.
  • Valid state driver’s license.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs, work in confined spaces, and perform duties on ladders or elevated areas.
  • Willingness to work shifts, overtime, recall, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Ability to train and guide junior personnel.
  • Ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth for safe and accurate system work.
  • Must pass pre employment and random drug testing (Testing Designated Position). ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Salary : $59,737 - $69,721

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