HVAC Mechanic DPW Building Complex Division

Job Title

CONTINUOUS POSTING UNTIL POSITION FILLED

We offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, and generous time off. City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today!

Position Purpose

Under the direction of the Facility Manager, this position reports to the Building Maintenance Supervisor, and is responsible for installation, maintenance and/or repair of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment within various buildings and recreation facilities of the City of Racine.

Essential Duties

Maintains, repairs, installs or replaces heating, ventilating, air conditioning and related mechanical equipment using hand, bench tools, and equipment.

Checks, tests, repairs, maintains, trouble shoots and sets components and accessories of HVAC systems including plumbing, electrical (DDC controls) and pneumatic support systems of the units.

Welding and/or soldering to make repairs on HVAC systems.

Work from and do material take-offs from sketches, blueprints and working drawings.

Keeps power equipment and hand tools in proper working condition.

Keeps inventory and does requisitioning of materials and supplies.

Maintain monthly record of expenditures from purchases with a City credit card.

To be available and subject to call during emergency and storm situations for repairs and operational needs.

Ability to operate a Personal Computer and Windows based programs including, but not limited to email and building automation systems (Metasys experience preferred).

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

The ability to solder and weld.

Experience in the use of computerized HVAC controls.

Knowledge of the methods and modern practices involved in installing, repairing and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical (DDC controls Metasys preferred) HVAC equipment.

The ability to operate and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner.

The ability to plan and lay out repair work from instructions of repair manuals, schematics, drawings and blueprints.

The ability to logically solve problems of moderate difficulty with a minimum amount of supervision and direction.

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Be able to communicate effectively, exercise good judgment, courtesy and tact when dealing with the general public.

Ability to maintain a professional attitude and communicate well the team

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent.

Must have 3-5 years experience as a HVAC mechanic

Possession of an 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. that allows for a low-pressure steam City of Racine Operators credential.

City of Racine Power Engineer or Facilities Engineer low pressure steam credential.

Possession of Environmental Protection Agency 608 refrigerant license

State of Wisconsin driver's license.

Physical Demands of the Position

Standing, walking, sitting and stooping.

Kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing and bending/twisting.

Reaching, feeling, talking and hearing.

Lifting carrying, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.

Handling, grasping.

Driving

Environmental/Working Condition of the Position

Must be able to work in all interior and outside weather conditions.

Must be able to work on stepladders from six and ten feet in height, on extension ladders up to 24 feet and on a one-man lift to 30 feet.

Working in areas of HVAC and electrical gear and equipment.

Exposure to noise from common tools and equipment used in the HVAC trade, as an example, drills saws and generator.

Exposure to odors from soldering and welding.

Equipment Used

City vehicles with or without attached trailer, one-man lift, hand tools, drills, cutting tools, computers and associated testing equipment related to the HVAC field, air compressors and generators.

The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

If you would like assistance completing an application or have any questions, please contact the HR Recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Benefits

City Employee Benefits - 2026

Health Insurance

92.5% of the Premium is paid by the City of Racine - either single or family. Centivo administers the PPO Plans that are offered. You can chose from two high-deductible health plans and one low-deductible health plan, with two different networks offered.

Payment of $50 per month to employees who waive health coverage

Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

A Health Savings Account (H.S.A.) is a tax beneficial savings account that can be used in conjunction with a qualified High Deductible Health Plan. The funds put into an H.S.A. may be used on future, eligible health care expenses without any taxation. The City makes a prorated, one-time contribution to an employee's Health Savings Account, with the amount of the contribution determined at the time of hire.

The maximum contribution amounts are determined by the IRS each year.

Racine Employee Health & Wellness Center

The Employee Health and Wellness Center run by Ascension Wisconsin is available to you and your dependent(s) if enrolled in the medical insurance

It provides comprehensive services including clinic visits, health coaching, and preventative exams and health screenings.

Life Insurance

City provides one unit equal to your annual earnings

Employee may buy additional insurance each unit is equal to your annual earnings.

Maximum additional life insurance is four units; For a total of five (5) units at the maximum coverage.

Cost depends on age and annual salary

Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance is available maximum coverage is $20,000 for spouse and $10,000 for dependents, cost is $3.20 per month or half for $1.60/month

Pension

Wisconsin Retirement System, the contribution rate for 2026 is 14.4% Funded 50% by the City of Racine and 50% by the employee.

Rates can change per year depending upon what is approved through WRS.

Vacation

Less than 4 years of continuous service 96 hours

At least 4 years but less than 9 years of continuous service 136

At least 9 years but less than 14 years of continuous service - 176

At least 14 years but less than 21 years of continuous service - 216

At least 21 years of continuous service 256

You may carry over up to 80 hours into the next year.

During the first calendar year of employment, new employees shall earn vacation on a prorated basis based on the new employee's start date.

Holidays

13 paid holidays, 12 scheduled and 1 floating

Sick Leave

Accrues at the rate of 1 day per full month worked.

Casual Days

You can earn up to 4 casual days based off the amount of sick time that you have accrued.

You are also eligible for an additional casual day if you use 16 hours or less of sick time in the preceding year.

Dental Insurance

MetLife administers our dental plan with two options available to employees (Basic plan or Advanced plan). Employees pay the premium with a