Steamfitter - Heating Equipment Mechanic

Davita Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee County is seeking a skilled HVAC Mechanic/Steamfitter/Refrigeration for its Parks Maintenance department. This role involves the inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC and Refrigeration systems. Candidates must have a valid WI driver's license and a high school diploma or GED, with preference given to those with completed apprenticeships and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Current resident of WI.
• Valid WI Driver's License.
• Completion of Apprenticeship with 3 years of experience or 5 years in maintenance tradesman program.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair HVAC systems and controls.
• Install new HVAC systems and associated piping.
• Process electronic work orders and maintain logs.

Skills

HVAC Inspections

Maintenance

Repair

Installation

Diagnosis

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

EPA 608 TYPE 4 Certification

Job description

Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day.

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For application inquiries please contact [e-mail].

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

HVAC Mechanic/Steamfitter/Refrigeration

Department - Parks Maintenance

Hourly Pay Rate - $47.93 pr/hr

Closing Date: June 22, 2025 or sooner upon receiving 50 applications.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, diagnosis, repair, installation and alteration of HVAC and Refrigeration systems to protect and enhance Department assets.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform HVAC Inspections, Maintenance, Repair and related activities -Perform HVAC Inspections, Maintenance, Repair and related activities on departmental assets via a service vehicle. Including but not limited to, Steam Boilers, Compressors, Receivers, Condensers, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Valves, piping systems and duct systems.

• Perform HVAC system installations - Perform HVAC project installation work including but not limited to; Steam, boilers, Hot Water boilers, Water Chillers, Pumps, Valves and associated piping systems.

• Equipment maintenance - Inspect and maintain all equipment, tools and items related to the performance of job duties.

• Administration - Process purchase requests; inventory supplies; process electronic work orders, review blueprints, building codes and technical manuals; assist with project management; maintain logs; ensure relevant safety codes and regulations are followed.

Minimum Requirements

• Current resident of WI


• Valid WI Driver's License


• Highschool Diploma/GED

• Candidates with one of the following qualifications will be considered:
  
  
  
  • A. Completed steamfitter or refrigeration Apprenticeship with at least 3 years of journeyman experience.
  
  
  
  

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  • B. Maintenance tradesman program with 5 years' experience and 3 years of journeyman experience.
  
  
  
  

Additional Note -

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  • Experience Journeyman HVAC Service Fitter with competency in repair and diagnosis of HVAC systems.
  
  
  
  

or

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  • Journeyman HVAC Service Fitter with competency in the installation of equipment, piping and control systems.
  
  
  
  

License:

• EPA 608 TYPE 4 Universal CFC Handler Certification during application.


• Apprenticeship certification or Maintenance Tradesman Certification during application.

Note: This Original Examination is open to current residents of the State of Wisconsin. In accordance with Rule III section 11 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of a review of candidate materials, education and related experience.

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.