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Posted: January 24, 2026 (3 days ago)

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HVAC Tech I (#011070) Kershaw Correctional Inst, Kershaw (LANCASTER) Level 2

State of South Carolina

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$53,100 - $66,800

per year

Closes

February 3, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves managing and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems at a correctional facility, including planning maintenance programs and supervising inmate workers.

It requires being available for emergency calls and completing basic training after hire.

A good fit would be someone with hands-on HVAC experience who is comfortable working in a secure environment and leading a team.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years of trade experience in HVAC installation, maintenance, or related areas
  • EPA Class 2 certification for refrigerant cooling
  • Ability to supervise inmate work crews
  • Participation in on-call rotation for emergencies
  • Successful completion of 4 weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire

Full Job Description

  • Plan, coordinate, supervise and administer a facility heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance/repair program.
  • Responsible for program development and supervision of emergency and preventive maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
  • Must participate in on-call rotation.
  • Responsible for supervision of inmate work crew.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
Employment@doc.sc.gov

Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:

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.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

  • A high school diploma and 5 years trade experience directly related to the area of employment.

  • Must be EPA (class 2) certified for refrigerant cooling.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), 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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/24/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/24/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5209618