HVAC/Chiller Tech II (#019063), HVAC/Kitchen, Columbia, (Richland)

South Carolina Department of Corrections; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks an experienced chiller operator with supervisory responsibilities to manage chillers across facilities. The role includes guiding inmate workers, supervising repairs, and ensuring preventive maintenance to optimize system efficiency.

Requirements include a high school diploma, five years of related trades experience, and EPA Class 2 certification for refrigerants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with five years of trades experience related to chillers.
• EPA (Class 2) certification for refrigerant handling.
• Ability to supervise, direct, instruct and work effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates and assigned chiller operators for chillers.
• Oversee emergency repairs to chillers and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on chillers and related systems.
• Review and approve material requisitions for maintenance.
• Instruct and train operators in chiller operation across the agency.
• Conduct tests, collect data, and use it to improve efficiency.
• Maintain records of chillers performance.
• Prepare specifications for equipment replacement.
• Handle chillers water treatment and related chemical contracts.

Skills

Supervision

HVAC maintenance

Data collection

Training

Education

High school diploma

EPA Class 2 refrigerant certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for all chillers located with the SCDC to include supervising and instructing assigned inmates and those at Institutions assigned as chiller operators.
• Supervises and assists in emergency repairs to chillers and related equipment and systems.
• Supervises and assists in the performance of preventative maintenance of chillers and related equipment and systems.
• Reviews and approves requisitions for materials needed for general maintenance of chillers and systems.
• Instructs and trains operators in the operation of chillers throughout the agency.
• Makes necessary tests and collects data and uses it to improve efficiency and performance of chillers.
• Maintains adequate records of chillers performance.
• Prepare specifications for replacement of equipment.
• Performs all duties relating to chillers water treatment including contracts for supplying chemicals.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for all chillers located with the SCDC to include supervising and instructing assigned inmates and those at Institutions assigned as chiller operators.
• Supervises and assists in emergency repairs to chillers and related equipment and systems.
• Supervises and assists in the performance of preventative maintenance of chillers and related equipment and systems.
• Reviews and approves requisitions for materials needed for general maintenance of chillers and systems.
• Instructs and trains operators in the operation of chillers throughout the agency.
• Makes necessary tests and collects data and uses it to improve efficiency and performance of chillers.
• Maintains adequate records of chillers performance.
• Prepare specifications for replacement of equipment.
• Performs all duties relating to chillers water treatment including contracts for supplying chemicals.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements

High school diploma and experience in the installation and maintenance of HVAC systems or in the operation and maintenance of HVAC mechanical and building control systems.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

• A high school diploma and five (5) years of trades experience directly related to chillers.
• A degree in a related field of study may be substituted for the required five (5) years of experience.
• Must be EPA (class 2) certified for refrigerant handling.
• Must be able to supervise, direct, instruct and work effectively with other people.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.