Refrigeration and Air Conditioning technicians must be certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to handle Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). They install, operate, and make organizational and intermediate level repairs on heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems, to include automotive, for all ground operations and equipment. These duties include installing refrigerating systems according to engineering specifications; recovery and recycling specified gases or fluids into systems; dismantling and testing malfunctioning systems using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment; and repairing systems by replacing or adjusting defective and worn parts. An apprenticeship program, leading to U.S. Department of Labor certification as a Journey Worker, is available to refrigeration and air conditioning technicians under the United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP).
Prerequisites.
(1) Must possess an MM score of 105 or higher.
(2) Must have normal color vision.
Requirements.
Complete the Refrigeration Mechanic Course (A0111D1) (to include meeting all EPA certification requirements), U.S. Army Ordnance School, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.
Duties.
For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to NAVMC Dir 3500.12, Marine Corps Engineer and Utilities Training and Readiness Manual.
Related SOC Classification/SOC Code.
(1) Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 49-9021.
(2) Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators 51-9193.
Related Military Skill.
Aircraft Maintenance GSE Electrician/Refrigeration Mechanic, 6073.
