HVAC MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 1, 2, and 3

Job Description

Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce
committed to providing exemplary service to its residents. If you are
passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please
consider the following opportunity.
The names of eligible candidates who successfully complete
the selection process will be placed on the highest-level eligible list for
which they qualify.
The Milwaukee Police Department's current HVAC Maintenance
Technician vacancies are for the day/first shift (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) and
early/second shift (4:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.).

Purpose

HVAC Maintenance
Technicians repair, replace, adjust, and maintain equipment related to
facilities for the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD).

Essential Functions

BUILDING SYSTEM OPERATIONS

Operate, maintain, repair, and replace HVAC (heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning) equipment, including air handling units,
cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and roof-top units.
Operate and maintain related electric motors, starters,
wiring fuses, protective devices, and controls.
Monitor and operate building automation systems to control
complex heating and cooling systems at efficient levels.
Provide general repair and maintenance of mechanical,
electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic controls.
Maintain, repair, and replace components in plumbing
systems, such as pumps, valves, piping, drinking fountains, toilets, wash
basins, filtration equipment, and controls for steam and hot water systems.
Assist with continued development of preventive maintenance
programs.
Operate and maintain fire-life-safety and security systems.
Braze, weld, and solder components to keep all facility
systems working well.
Respond immediately to building maintenance emergencies.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Use laptop computers and other telecommunication devices to
test and maintain equipment.
Stay current with job duties by taking in-house coursework
and attending assigned training sessions, workshops, and labs.
Accept deliveries, make purchases, assist contractors, and
respond immediately to building maintenance emergencies.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring
process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990,
as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of
2008.

Conditions of Employment

The HVAC Maintenance Technician must be willing and able to:

Work weekends, holidays, varied shifts, hours beyond the
work schedule, and emergency call-ins.
Take steps to mitigate exposure to a variety of fumes,
odors, and gases produced by various equipment and/or chemicals by wearing
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must be able to perform heavy physical work, exerting up to
100 lbs. of force occasionally and lifting and moving objects weighing 50 lbs.
frequently.
Work from ladders and scaffolding.
Work in confined crawl spaces and at considerable heights.
Deal with a wide variety of environmental conditions in the
workplace (indoor and outdoor).
To be hired by the Milwaukee Police Department, candidates
must pass an MPD background investigation before hire. Your application will be
rejected if you have been convicted of a felony.
Pre-Employment Tests

Drug Test
Physical Exam with Lift Test (50-100lbs)
Audio-Gram
Vision Test
Respirator Fit Test and Medical Evaluation

Minimum Requirements

HVAC Maintenance Technician 1

One year of full-time experience in the maintenance and
repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical, and
electronic automated building systems.

HVAC Maintenance Technician 2

Two years of full-time experience in the maintenance and
repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical, and
electronic automated building systems.

HVAC Maintenance Technician 3

An Associate Degree in the HVAC field (installation, trouble
shooting, and repair of HVAC equipment) from an accredited college or
university AND one year of full-time experience in the maintenance
and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical and
electronic automated building systems.

ALL LEVELS

Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certification from State of Wisconsin
Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) within six months of
appointment and throughout employment.
Valid driver's license at time of appointment and throughout
employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates'
education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any
job offers.

Desirable Qualifications

Building automation control system experience.
Valid boiler operator's license (high or low pressure).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

TECHNICAL

Knowledge of building and mechanical preventive maintenance
programs.
Knowledge of the operation of heating, cooling, and
ventilating equipment.
Knowledge of building automation systems and related
controls.
Ability to mechanically operate and understand pneumatic and
electric/electrical controls, compressors, and various HVAC equipment,
including reciprocating compressors, chillers, and boilers.
Ability to repair and maintain mechanical, electrical,
pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical (line/low), electronic controls, lighting
elements and systems.
Ability to read and interpret documents, blueprints, plans,
technical specifications, and sequence of operations.
Practical knowledge of mathematics to be able to take
measurements, make calculations, and use basic geometry.
Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and
Outlook.
Ability to operate, program, and use computer software used
for facilities management.
Knowledge of and ability to apply safety principles and
practices as they apply to the HVAC field.

INTERPERSONAL AND CRITICAL THINKING

Verbal communication skills to effectively convey
information to other staff and managers.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written
instructions.
Ability to work efficiently both independently and in a team
environment.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers
and customers whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
Ability to apply basic troubleshooting techniques in the
field and resolve problems efficiently and independently.
Ability to work productively in both on-demand and
preventive maintenance work environments.
Situational awareness to maintain alertness, identify
potential hazards, and make good decisions.
Planning, organizational, and time management skills,
including the ability to prioritize work with varying deadlines and maintain
accurate records.
Honesty, integrity, and the ability to use City resources
responsibly.

Current Salary

HVAC Maintenance Technician 1

The current starting salary (Pay Range 7BN) is $50,123-$64,791 annually,
and the current resident incentive starting salary for City of Milwaukee
residents is $52,128-$67,383.

HVAC Maintenance Technician 2

The current starting salary (Pay Range 7EN) is $60,147-$78,761 annually,
and the current resident incentive starting salary for City of Milwaukee
residents is $62,553-$81,911.

HVAC Maintenance Technician 3

The current starting salary (Pay Range 7HN) is $75,184-$95,058
annually, and the current resident incentive starting salary for City of
Milwaukee residents is $78,192-$98,861.
Employees will receive an addition 5% when performing lead
work.

ALL LEVELS

Appointment will be made in accordance with the provisions
of the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.
Employees will receive an addition 5% when performing
special assignments.
Positions in the Police Department receive an additional one
dollar ($1.00) per hour premium when assigned to oversight duties for a full
shift.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit
program that includes the following:

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness Program
Onsite Clinic Services
Onsite Employee Assistance Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Long Term Disability Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Tuition Benefits
Paid Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
Flexible Spending Arrangement
Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of
Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits.

Selection Process

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will
consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education,
experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance
test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of
Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified
candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured
interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights
will be determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will
be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of
applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior
notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met.
Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the
selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of
Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The
applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process
at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

Additional Information

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by
visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
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Minimum Qualifications

One year of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical, and electronic automated building systems. HVAC Maintenance Technician 2 Two years of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical, and electronic automated building systems. HVAC Maintenance Technician 3 An Associate Degree in the HVAC field (installation, trouble shooting, and repair of HVAC equipment) from an accredited college or university AND one year of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical and electronic automated building systems.

Requirements

Requirements

HVAC Maintenance Technician 1

One year of full-time experience in the maintenance and
repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical, and
electronic automated building systems.

HVAC Maintenance Technician 2

Two years of full-time experience in the maintenance and
repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical, and
electronic automated building systems.

HVAC Maintenance Technician 3

An Associate Degree in the HVAC field (installation, trouble
shooting, and repair of HVAC equipment) from an accredited college or
university AND one year of full-time experience in the maintenance
and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment and other mechanical, electrical and
electronic automated building systems.

ALL LEVELS

Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certification from State of Wisconsin
Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) within six months of
appointment and throughout employment.
Valid driver's license at time of appointment and throughout
employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment