Campus HVAC Technician: Large-Scale Systems & Controls

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to maintain and repair large-scale commercial HVAC and domestic hot water systems across a university campus. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure reliable operation year-round.

Responsibilities include supervising seasonal staff, handling after-hours on-call rotations, and adhering to safety and regulatory codes. A strong knowledge of HVAC controls and regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety practices relevant to the HVAC field.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, material and supplies, and hydronics used in HVAC.
• Skill in the use of various trade tools and equipment.
• Skill in making emergency and general repairs and adjustments to equipment used in building and maintenance work.
• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities.
• Problem-solving and good judgement.
• Ability to understand and apply University and Departmental Policies and Procedures.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to comprehend blueprints and plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to use judgment and initiative to complete routine work without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive and predictive maintenance on complex commercial HVAC systems, domestic hot water generated systems, and system controls.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment and system problems and make repairs to restore systems to proper operating order.
• Supervise temporary and seasonal employees who will assist with performing minor maintenance on equipment.
• Will serve in an after-hours on-call rotation.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Safety practices

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Communication

Team supervision

Problem solving

Service orientation

Education

Journeyman card

Trade school or apprenticeship

Tools

Trane controls

Metasys

Siemens systems

Daikin certification

Job description

The University of South Carolina is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to maintain and repair large-scale commercial HVAC and domestic hot water systems across a university campus. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure reliable operation year-round.

Responsibilities include supervising seasonal staff, handling after-hours on-call rotations, and adhering to safety and regulatory codes. A strong knowledge of HVAC controls and regulations is essential.