Airport Youth Apprenticeship Program - HVAC

Youth Apprenticeship program for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Facilities Maintenance division.

Position

HVAC

Skills Necessary

Pre-Apprentice applicants should have skills in the following forms in order to succeed within this program

Skilled with using basic tools for the warm and conditioned air HVAC trade

Has strong command of both simple and complex mathematical concepts for both algebra and geometry

Familiarity with common hand tools

Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor

 

Skills to be Learned

The following are the skills and abilities that apprentices will have the opportunity to learn from hands on experience

Learn to install and change duct work on both residential and commercial premises

Learn to solder and braze piping connections

Ability to proficiently read and use meters, gauges, and other measuring devise necessary

Learn to install hangers holding duct work, wires, line work, and condensation drains

Learn to change thermostats, evaporator coils, and compressors

Ability to program controls to allow for energy conservation while still providing optimal temperature

Program

Youth Apprenticeship-HVAC

Length of Program

The length of the program will vary from 12-24 months depending on current grade during start of program, licensing, and certificate opportunities.

Number of Positions

Within the first term of the Youth Apprenticeship, there will be 1 available position as this is a Pilot.

Permanent Position

Youth Apprentices will have the opportunity to apply for HVAC Apprentice position upon high school graduation and successful performance in the Youth Apprenticeship program

Application Process

Applicants for the HVAC Youth Apprenticeship program must be enrolled as a junior or senior at one of the participating high schools. Applicant must also obtain recommendations from the teacher of the qualifying CTAE program as well as personal character reference from non-school personnel. Apply online at www.atantaga.gov

Compensation for Program

Salary for this position is $17 per hour.

Schedule

Work based Learning students will work a maximum of 20 hours per week

The 20 hour per week schedule will fall between 7am and 7pm, Monday-Friday.
 

*Hours may increase during the summer months to a 40-hour workweek.

Minimum Requirements

Must have a valid US drivers license.

*The Airport environment is safety sensitive and requires that all applicants undergo a drug screen, fingerprinting background check, and pass a Security Threat Assessment.