Trades Technician III HVAC

Charleston County Government; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston County Government is seeking an HVAC Technician responsible for the repair and maintenance of HVAC systems across various County facilities. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, be EPA and HVAC certified, and possess extensive experience in electrical and mechanical systems. This position involves routine system monitoring, troubleshooting, and on-call after-hours support.

Qualifications

• EPA certified and HVAC certified.
• Five (5) or more years of experience related to electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Valid SC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide programmed maintenance and repair for heating, venting, and air conditioning systems.
• Install and repair HVAC systems, including pumps, motors, air handlers.
• Monitor HVAC systems by computer and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Safety Minded

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma (or GED)

Technical school diploma or Associates Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position will be responsible for maintenance and repair to include heating, air conditioning and refrigeration and electrical with an emphasis on mechanical systems. Interested individuals should be highly motivated, customer service oriented, possess good communication skills, be safety minded and be able to work well within a demanding environment.

Hiring Range: $50,440 - $66,060 (Estimated Annual Salary)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

This position will be responsible for providing Programmed Maintenance and repair for the various heating, venting and air conditioning systems throughout Charleston County facilities. Duties include installing and repairing air conditioning, heating, ventilation and periphery systems within County buildings and public utility areas, including pumps, motors, air compressors, air handlers, belts, bearings, cooling towers, electronic controllers, and other related subsystems. Individual will monitor HVAC systems by computer and troubleshoot and diagnose equipment during malfunctions and replace/repair parts as necessary. Position requires after hours on call support on a rotating weekly schedule, subject to repetitive bending, kneeling, standing, climbing, prolonged sitting, and the capability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Position requires a high school diploma (or GED) technical school diploma or Associates Degree preferred, supplemented with five (5) or more years of experience related to electrical and mechanical equipment. Individual must be EPA certified and HVAC certified. Work history related to duties and responsibilities as described. References are required.Must possess a valid SC driver’s license and pass a criminal background check.

Must be available for and report to work during a declared County emergency.

Interested individuals must possess basic administrative skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, and knowledge to navigate basic software programs. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively within varying levels of management. Ability to provide feedback in both written and oral form. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. The selected individual may from time to time be involved in facility alterations, renovations and other maintenance duties as needed.