Trades Spec III - HVAC Tech

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00358PO25 Job Family Skilled Trades Job Function HVAC Repair USC Market Title HVAC Maintenance Supervisor Link to USC Market Title Job Level T4 - Technical Support Business Title (Internal Title) Trades Spec III - HVAC Tech Campus Aiken Work County Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK Facilities Administration State Pay Band 6 Approved Starting Salary $54,165 Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Schedule Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Trades Spec III/ HVAC Tech (HVAC/EMST II), Minimum Salary: $54,165 per year, USCA Facilities Administration

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical & HVAC equipment. Performs general maintenance as required to include, but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and general maintenance. Assists physical plant director with daily operation, utility management, and work management on campus. Knowledge of & ability to use tools, equipment & materials used in general building maintenance & construction. Knowledge of & ability to use techniques, methods & practices in trades field. Must be able to read & interpret blueprints, various wiring diagrams & schematics. Strong technical abilities & troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of techniques, methods, requirements and practices for maintaining buildings and grounds, repairing systems and equipment and managing energy assets. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to manage fiscal resources. Ability to manage contractors and co-workers as well as direct work and manage work load of others. Minimum Requirements: Job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: HVAC training and/or certifications. Facility manager certifications. Application deadline: June 3, 2025. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USCA is an AA/EOE.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

HVAC training and/or certifications. Facility manager certifications.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of & ability to use tools, equipment & materials used in general building maintenance & construction. Knowledge of & ability to use techniques, methods & practices in trades field. Must be able to read & interpret blueprints, various wiring diagrams & schematics. Strong technical abilities & troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of techniques, methods, requirements and practices for maintaining buildings and grounds, repairing systems and equipment and managing energy assets. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to manage fiscal resources. Ability to manage contractors and co-workers as well as direct work and manage work load of others.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Assists with the energy management system, including repair/replacement of controllers, actuator motors, thermisters, pressure transmitters and other related equipment. Also help with repair/replacement of motor drives (VFD'S).

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Performs preventive maintenance on equipment including replacing air filters, replacing belts, cleaning coils, rebuilding pumps, cleaning cooling towers, servicing hot water heaters, servicing VAVs, thermostats, exhaust fan, etc. in accordance with manufacturers recommendations. Should perform basis troubleshooting techniques on HVAC systems including capacitors, compressors, motors, refrigerant, etc.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty

Performs preventive maintenance on equipment individually and overseeing and documents contractors performance on air handlers, chillers, boilers, ERVs, exhaust hoods, and other systems.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty

Performs corrective/ preventive maintenance on motors, fire alarm systems, lights, appliances, generators & other electrical equipment. Isolates, troubleshoots & repairs electrical system problems. Performs regular walkdown of equipment to ensure proper operation and reports any adverse conditions.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Maintains plumbing inventory. Installs plumbing systems & repairs/modifies existing systems. Eliminates leaks by repacking/replacing faulty valves, fittings, pipe sections. Installs/repairs lavatories, toilets.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Other Duties as Assigned.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 05/13/2025 Job Close Date 06/03/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 3, 2025.

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents