HVAC Specialist

Education:Certificate or Associate degree from technical and trade schools or community colleges that offer programs in heating air conditioning and refrigeration.

Experience:Five years of job-related experience.

Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted.

Conditions of Employment:Must be able to successfully pass a background check. Must possess a valid drivers license.

Looking for a career as an HVAC Professional Join the Department of Military Affairs at the Great Falls Air National Guard Base as an HVAC Technician!

The Air National Guards federal mission is to maintain well-trained well-equipped units available for prompt mobilization during war and provide assistance during national emergencies (such as natural disasters or civil disturbances). During peacetime the combat-ready units and support units are assigned to most Air Force major commands to carry out missions compatible with training mobilization readiness humanitarian and contingency operations. Air National Guard units may be activated in a number of ways as prescribed by public law. Most of the laws may be found in Title 10 of the U.S. Code. The Air National Guard provides almost half of the Air Forces tactical airlift support combat communications functions aeromedical evacuations and aerial addition the Air National Guard has total responsibility for air defense of the entire United States. As an employee of the Department of Military Affairs you will work as a key supporting member at the Air National Guard base in Great Falls.

This position will perform a variety of HVAC duties including but not limited to:

• Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues that may involve HVAC electrical and plumbing systems
• Fabricate HVAC parts using techniques including welding or soldering.
• Perform basic adjustments to system controls.
• May design systems. install repair and maintain HVAC systems.
• Install low-voltage electrical components and wiring.
• Inspect and test HVAC systems and components.
• Discuss system malfunctions with customers.
• Repair or replace worn or defective parts.
• Recommend maintenance to improve system performance.
• Keep records of work performed.
• Perform some snow removal during the winter months.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the ability to work with and engage in diverse working environments within and outside the Department of Military Affairs.

This position requires some travel to various work locations as well as performing duties that involve reaching crawling bending climbing walking over uneven surfaces and lifting up to 50lbs.

May require working some irregular hours including evenings and weekends.

To apply submit an online state application filling out all fields and submit your HVAC Resume and documentation showing proof of any licensure relevant to the HVAC position.

If you are pursuing a certificate or license that you have not obtained yet but are close to receiving please submit a brief summary of the program and your current progress.

This position will remain open until filled with the initial application review starting on 10/15/2025.