HVAC/ Energy Management Systems Technician I (PPS)

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community.

We are seeking a HVAC/Energy Management System Technician, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Central Office, 400 Otarre Parkway Cayce, SC 29033.

As the HVAC/Energy Management System Technician, under general supervision, you will perform trades related duties of considerable difficulty requiring a high degree of skills and technical knowledge in specialized trade areas.

Responsibilities for the HVAC/Energy Management System Technician Include:

• Repair, overhaul, and maintain refrigeration compressors, water chillers pneumatic heating and air conditioning systems, refrigeration control valves, condenser coils, filters, switches and other devices related to the operation of industrial type heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
• Perform daily water test on cooling towers, closed loop chilled water, and hot water. Meet with chemical treatment contractor monthly and oversee chemical program.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and any repairs on ice machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance of all HVAC equipment. Perform maintenance by changing oil, checking bearings, belts, gas, etc.
• Maintain and repair electronic HVAC controls.
• Keep accurate record of time and material used by completing paperwork daily. Complete Work Orders and enter daily work time.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and experience in the installation and maintenance of HVAC systems or in the operation and maintenance of HVAC mechanical and building control systems.
• Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirements

• Employee required to work in a variety of environments.

Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Information

Post hire, employees must:

• Have considerable knowledge and skills in the use of tools, equipment, and materials used in the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration maintenance and construction trade.
  

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment.

Please complete the state 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.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.