Hvac Technician (Re-Announcement)

HVAC Technician (Re-Announcement)

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

• Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

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POSTING INFORMATION

Internal Title HVAC Technician (Re-Announcement) Position Type Classified Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty Pay Band 5 Level 1 Department HVAC Shop Job Purpose

Performs skilled duties related to installation, operation, maintenance & repair to heating, ventilating & air condition (HVAC) systems within large campus dormitories, historic houses 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.

Minimum Requirements

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.

A valid SC driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel. 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. Should have considerable knowledge of HVAC equipment, 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 have the ability to learn and operate 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 on-line work order systems is a plus. Skill with electronic devices such as iPhone and iPad is preferred. Must be able to follow oral and 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, and 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 50 pounds. Overtime and call back work is required after normal working hours and on weekends as needed. Required to coordinate and work with other trades to include housing maintenance and outside contractors.

Required to coach and train HVAC apprentices and interns. May be required to be on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, snow/ice storms etc.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

• Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary *$37,860 - $53,957 Posting Date 04/11/2024 Closing Date 05/09/2024 Benefits

• Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision

• Life Insurance

• Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental

• Retirement

• Long Term Disability

• Paid Holidays

• Free CARTA Bus Service

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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