HVAC Technician

COLLEGE CORNER; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Tuition Assistance Program (0

Job summary

The College of Charleston seeks a skilled HVAC Technician to install, operate, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across campus dormitories and academic buildings. You will handle chilled water, steam systems, piping and refrigerant equipment, performing preventive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting.

A high school diploma and HVAC trade experience are required, along with EPA certification and a valid South Carolina driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and HVAC trade experience required.
• EPA certification required; valid SC driver's license.
• Candidates with equivalent education/experience encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs, or recommends procedures for HVAC systems across campus.
• Responds to work orders with urgency; performs basic electrical maintenance.
• Installs and maintains chilled water and self-contained HVAC equipment.
• Uses computerized HVAC control programs to monitor campus temperatures.

Skills

HVAC systems

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical tools

Education

EPA certification

High school diploma

Tools

Multimeter

HVAC controls

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

Performs skilled duties related to installations, operation, maintenance & repairs to heating, ventilating & air condition ( HVAC ) systems within large campus dormitories and buildings connected to the Central Energy Facility. This includes chilled water systems, steam heated hot water, steam condensate piping, and self-contained refrigerant systems. Installs, operates, maintains and repairs residential heating, ventilating and air conditioning units in smaller college buildings and dormitories, historical homes and office buildings. Duties include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment problems and making repairs as required.

A high school diploma and professional HVAC trade experience is required. Must be experienced in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC equipment in residential, industrial and commercial applications. Must have a valid SC Driver’s License as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel as needed. Must have EPA certification. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have knowledge regarding the handling of chemicals, refrigerants and industrial gasses. Considerable initiative and willingness to improve knowledge of HVAC equipment, Basic power tools, Electrical multi meter, Pneumatic needle gauge, and Pneumatic aspirator tools, and work procedures used in HVAC equipment maintenance and repair. Must be able to anticipate, locate and correct general and emergency problems as related to HVAC /mechanical equipment maintenance and repair. Must be willing to improve understanding of the operation of computerized web-based HVAC control programs to monitor and adjust temperatures in campus buildings. Position requires basic computer skills and working knowledge and experience in using e‑mail. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) is preferred. Experience in utilizing online work order systems is a plus. Skill with electronic devices such as iPhone and iPad is preferred. Must be able to follow oral & written instructions. All employees at the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Must be able to perform duties as described and work both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Must be able to work in close quarters, climb ladders/stairs, enter/exit hatches, & work on rooftops. Must be able to work in areas of excessive heat/cold and lift or move furniture, objects, heavy components, and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds. Overtime & call back work is required after normal working hours & on weekends as needed. May be required to be on campus prior to & immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, snow/ice storms, etc.

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

1. Troubleshoots, repairs or recommends procedures for repair of all industrial, commercial, and residential HVAC systems and equipment within campus dormitories, facilities, historical homes and office buildings. Responds to assigned work orders with a sense of urgency and ensures appropriate and timely resolution. Performs basic electrical maintenance and repairs related to HVAC /mechanical equipment.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 30

Activity

2. Performs preventive maintenance on all motors, belts, bearings, controls and pumps in all assigned buildings. Changes filters by established schedule. Helps with maintaining necessary inventory of equipment and parts needed for the repair of HVAC units on campus. Operates drill, hand grinder, wire wheel, bench grinder. Determines basic electrical data using multi meter (short, open, voltage present, blown fuse.)

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 20

Activity

3. Installs air conditioning (chilled water and self-contained), heating equipment, and associated controls. Maintains necessary inventory of equipment and parts needed for the repair of HVAC units on campus.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

4. Utilizes computerized web-based HVAC control programs to monitor temperatures in campus buildings that are connected to the HVAC control system. Makes adjustments as needed via HVAC control system programs to appropriately maintain comfortable temperatures in campus buildings.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

5. Repairs and updates air condition (chilled water and self-contained), heating systems, ventilating equipment and associated controls with basic blueprint knowledge. Practices and promotes proper OSHA safety procedures.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

6. Recommends equipment that is best maintained or repaired through contract. Ensures work is performed to standard trade practices and in accordance with purchase order &/or contract.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 5

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
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  • HigherEdJobs
  • Indeed.com
  • Internal Job Posting
  • jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
  • Job Fair
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  • Personal Referral
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  • Public Job Posting
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Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Other Document
• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3
• Form DD 214