Lead Chiller Technician & Trainer

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

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.