The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity, through our IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship Program, for Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice in the Puget Sound region in Washington State! This comprehensive 4-year training program consists of 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and essential classroom education, designed to equip you with the skills needed to excel. The program begins with a 20% probationary period, allowing you to acclimate to the role while gaining valuable hands-on experience. You will attend school for at least 144 unpaid hours per school year (four hours each week), registered through a local Community and Technical College. Your wages as an apprentice will be defined in Article 17 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Association of Machinists District 751 and The Boeing Company, with progression to a higher wage step for every 1,000 hours of recorded on-the-job training until completion. Upon graduation, you will be placed in the target job at the maximum rate and receive a journey-worker certificate and card recognized worldwide. As a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice, you will learn: You will have the opportunity to train on a diverse range of HVAC‑R equipment, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Your developing skills will be essential in learning to lay out, construct, install, maintain, and troubleshoot these systems to ensure optimal performance in our plant facilities. You will engage with advanced controls and components, building the ability to read blueprints, make precise adjustments, and perform routine maintenance. Your role will involve working with various teams to diagnose malfunctions and implement effective solutions that enhance system reliability. You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.