Member Benefits
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MCAKC membership starts locally and reaches nationally. When you join MCAKC, you also receive full membership with the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) and/or Mechanical Service Contractors of America (MSCA). It’s one membership with two levels of support, giving your company access to national resources while staying connected to the local mechanical contracting community.
MCAA/MSCA Membership
When you join MCAKC, you also become a member of MCAA and/or MSCA. This unlocks national-level education, resources, and advocacy designed to strengthen your business.
- Advocacy and Industry Leadership
- Resources and Tools
- WebLEM Access
- Education for Every Role
- Community Networking and Connections
Local MCAKC Benefits
Education and Training
- Free access to MCAKC courses including Field Leader Training, Project Engineering for Construction, and Mechanical Systems 101
- Continuing education credits approved by the Johnson County Contractor Licensing Review Board
- Reduced fees for select Johnson County Community College courses
Labor and Industry Representation
- MCAKC appoints trustees to Health & Welfare, Pension, and Joint Apprenticeship Trusts, giving your company a voice in decisions that affect benefits, training, and industry stability
- We represent contractor interests in day-to-day labor matters, helping address contract questions and resolve disputes
- Access to a network of trusted Vendor Members, including local suppliers and manufacturer representatives who support your operations
Community and Growth
- Our networking events, like the always sold-out Annual Charity Golf Outing, connect you with peers, partners, and industry leaders across our Kansas City community
- Women in the Mechanical Industry (WiMI-KC) and the Young Professionals Committee (YPC) give members dedicated spaces to advance their careers
- Outreach Toolkits, programs like the Heavy Metal Summer Experience (HMSE), and MCA Student Chapters at local universities connect you to future workforce talent and help build your pipeline
- Contractor members are eligible for MCAKC grants to support investment in workforce development.
Dues
MCAKC membership dues are $0.104 per hour (based on industry hours report to Local 8 and/or Local 533). These dues include MCAA and/or MSCA membership fees of $0.10 per hour.
MCAKC Membership vs. Non-Member Contractor
| Benefit | MCAKC Contractor Member | Signatory Non-Member Contractor |
|---|---|---|
| MCAKC Classes | ✅ Free (most classes) | ✅ Available (fee applies) |
| Supplemental Internship Grant | ✅ $3,000 per intern (up to 4) | ❌ |
| Trustee Appointment | ✅ Eligible | ❌ |
| Committees | ✅ Full participation | ❌ |
| MCAA/MSCA Membership | ✅ Included | ❌ |
Apply to Join
Ready to put these benefits to work for your company? Reach out to Executive Director Stacy Zerr to request an application and confirm your eligibility. She’ll walk you through the requirements and get you started.