Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship - A33A

Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship – A33 A0

Join Boeing’s IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship Program as a Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice in the Puget Sound region of Washington State. This 4‑year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of paid on‑the‑job training and 144 hours of classroom instruction per school year, with a 20% probationary period to acclimate to the role.

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• Location:
  
  Puget Sound region, Washington State – 100% onsite, 1st shift (training on other shifts may be required)
• Compensation: $46.60 per hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45 per hour under the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Schedule:
  
  Hourly, shift work (primarily 1st shift, may train on other shifts)
• Training: 8,000 hours of paid on‑the‑job training, 144 hours of unpaid classroom education per year, 20% probationary period.
• Benefits:
  Includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, life & disability insurance, flexible spending & health savings accounts, paid and unpaid time off per Boeing benefits program.
• Export Control:
  Must meet Export Control compliance; “US Person” (citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) required.
• Resume Acceptance:
  Current Puget Sound Boeing employees may submit resumes via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday. This position is not installed in QTTP.
• Relocation:
  No relocation assistance; candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at own expense.
• Drug‑Free Workplace:
  Employee and post‑offer applicants are subject to drug testing as per Boeing policies.

• Lay out, construct, install, maintain, and repair HVAC‑R equipment and associated controls.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete 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 refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance on HVAC‑R systems per the preventive 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.
• 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.

• High school graduate or equivalent with proof of successful completion.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in a similar field (e.g., Maintenance Technician, HVAC Helper, Refrigeration Assistant, Building/Facilities Maintenance Worker, Electrical/Electronics Technician Helper or Plumbing/ Pipe fitting Assistant).
• Experience applying math skills (algebra, geometry, trigonometry).
• Experience reading engineering blueprints/drawings.
• Experience with electronic/electrical precision measuring tools.
• Basic understanding of electricity and/or…