HVAC Mechanic DPW Building Complex Division

City of Racine•Racine, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Facility Manager, the HVAC Mechanic reports to the Building Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment in City of Racine buildings and recreation facilities. The role also supports related plumbing, electrical, DDC control, and pneumatic systems. The position requires working from sketches, blueprints, working drawings, schematics, and repair manuals; maintaining tools and equipment; tracking and requisitioning supplies; and recording monthly expenditures made using a City credit card. The employee must be available for emergency and storm-related calls to perform repairs and support operations. The posting is continuous until the position is filled.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3–5 years of experience as an HVAC mechanic.
Active Power Plant or Facility Operating Engineer’s license issued by the American Society of Power Engineers, Inc. or the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers Inc., allowing a low-pressure steam City of Racine Operators credential.
City of Racine Power Engineer or Facilities Engineer low-pressure steam credential.
EPA 608 refrigerant license.
State of Wisconsin driver’s license.
Ability to solder and weld.
Experience using computerized HVAC controls.
Knowledge of methods and modern practices for installing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical HVAC equipment, including DDC controls.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment and tools.
Ability to plan and lay out repair work using repair manuals, schematics, drawings, and blueprints.
Ability to solve moderately difficult problems logically with minimal supervision and direction.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively and exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact when dealing with the public.
Ability to maintain a professional attitude and communicate well with the team.
Ability to work in interior and outdoor weather conditions and at heights using stepladders, extension ladders, and a one-person lift.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Metasys experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, install, or replace HVAC and related mechanical equipment using hand and bench tools and other equipment.
Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC system components and accessories, including related plumbing, electrical DDC controls, and pneumatic support systems.
Weld and/or solder to repair HVAC systems.
Work from sketches, blueprints, and working drawings, and perform material take-offs.
Keep power equipment and hand tools in proper working condition.
Maintain inventory and requisition materials and supplies.
Maintain monthly records of expenditures made using a City credit card.
Be available for emergency and storm situations to perform repairs and support operational needs.
Use a personal computer and Windows-based programs, including email and building automation systems.
Perform other duties as assigned.