Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanic - 623 - Buildings

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits

Holidays

Sick leave

Health insurance

Job summary

City of Wichita is seeking a skilled Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanic to operate, repair, and maintain HVAC systems across City facilities. You will lead and mentor building maintenance crews, diagnose issues, and oversee seasonal off‑season work.

This is hands‑on, supervisory skilled work requiring physical stamina and safety focus. Qualified applicants will have three years of building maintenance experience with HVAC, a City of Wichita journeyman certificate within 90 days, and a valid

Qualifications

• Three years of building maintenance experience including HVAC systems.
• City of Wichita approved journeyman certificate within 90 days of employment.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.
• Inspect, repair, and overhaul HVAC equipment and controls.
• Direct or supervise other maintenance staff as required.
• Drive and operate a vehicle to various city facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

HVAC knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyman mechanical certificate (City of Wichita)

HVAC apprenticeship/technical training

Job description

Distinguishing Features of Work

Are you a skilled HVAC professional looking to take your expertise to the next level? Join our team as a Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanic, where you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. This position offers a dynamic blend of hands‑on repair, system maintenance, and the opportunity to lead and mentor building maintenance crews.

What sets this role apart? Not only will you be responsible for diagnosing and repairing equipment during the off‑season, but you’ll also have the chance to take ownership of critical systems that keep our facilities running efficiently year‑round. If you thrive on solving complex technical challenges and enjoy guiding others, this position is perfect for you.

If you're passionate about HVAC systems, possess the knowledge to maintain and overhaul equipment, and have the leadership skills to guide a maintenance team, we encourage you to apply. Your expertise will be essential to keeping our buildings running smoothly, ensuring a comfortable environment for all. This is skilled work in the operation of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and the direction of building maintenance crews. The employee is responsible for repairing and overhauling equipment during the off season.

Workdays and Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Bargaining Unit

Service Employee's International (SEIU)

Examples of Work Performed

• Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration
• Fires boilers in a heating plant, maintaining proper water level and proper steam pressure.
• Exercises safety precautions.
• Inspects, cleans, repairs, alters and adjusts heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and auxiliary units.
• May direct or supervise others.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Considerable knowledge of boiler room practices and effective firing methods.
• Considerable knowledge of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems.
• Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety practices.
• Must be able to maneuver, in crawl spaces of 24 inches to 42 inches, and attic areas of 36 inches to do repair work on ducts.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds short distances, such as compressors.
• Ability to push and/or pull two-wheel dolly with approximate 20-pound resistance while walking.
• Ability to operate oxyacetylene welding torches.
• Ability to climb six footstep and/or 16-foot extension ladder with minimal weight, approximate 15 pounds i.e., condenser fan change out on water chillers.
• Ability to determine color, location and assessment of damage and/or replacement of wiring and/or re?wiring of controls with color coded wiring.
• Ability to trouble shoot and/or detect malfunctions concerning belts and bearings indicating excessive wear.
• Ability to diagnose and repair problems in heating and ventilating equipment.
• Ability to maintain and fire a steam boiler.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, and representatives of other organizations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Experience and Training

Required Experience And Training

• Three (3) years of experience in building maintenance that includes experience operating and maintaining heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.
• A City of Wichita approved and registered journeyman mechanical certificate within 90 days of employment.
• A valid Kansas Driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience And Training

• A City of Wichita approved and registered journeyman mechanical certificate.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or technical school training in HVAC systems.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlan.pdf

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

CITY OF WICHITA

Full-time Employee Benefits

• VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
• HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
• SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
• HEALTH INSURANCE – UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP