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Posted: January 24, 2026 (3 days ago)

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HVAC Technician II (#011412) HVAC/Kitchen, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

Salary

$61,100 - $77,000

per year

Closes

February 3, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a lead HVAC technician in the South Carolina Department of Corrections, where you'll oversee teams to install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and kitchen equipment across state facilities.

It involves planning work, supervising repairs, and managing equipment purchases to keep systems running smoothly.

A good fit would be someone with hands-on HVAC experience who enjoys leading others and handling both routine maintenance and urgent fixes in a correctional setting.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Five years of experience in HVAC/refrigeration system operation, installation, and maintenance
  • Experience with HVAC control systems
  • Ability to supervise and coordinate subordinates and supervisors
  • Skills in planning, organizing, and directing HVAC work
  • Proficiency in reviewing requisitions and preparing specifications for materials and equipment
  • Successful completion of four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire

Full Job Description

  • Plan, organize, direct and coordinate through subordinates and supervisors necessary work to ensure competent installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) and related equipment and systems at all institutions and facilities throughout the state.
  • Supervise and assist in the preventive maintenance of emergency repairs of and installation of new HVAC systems and related equipment and systems.
  • Review and approve requisitions and prepare specifications for materials and/or replacement equipment as needed.
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.


SCDC Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and five (5) years’ experience in the operation, installation, and maintenance of HVAC/refrigeration systems/and in the operation and maintenance of their respective control systems.

Additional Information

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on 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-5208732