HVAC - Specialist

Aiken County • Buildings & Grounds, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for repairing and maintaining all HVAC equipment throughout the Aiken County buildings. One of the major challenges of this position is the size of the County, the number of locations, and the age of some of the equipment. When parts are no longer available, the incumbent will from time to time create a part that can be used to fix the problem rather than replacing equipment. Knowing how to repair and replace all of the different makes and model of equipment can also be a challenge. When there are conflicting priorities, the incumbent will make decisions based upon the severity of the problems at hand, the number of people adversely affected, and how it will impact the citizens of the County.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 year certificate program from a technical college.
• Minimum 3 years of experience.
• Working knowledge of ice machines and water coolers.
• Valid SC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Follows a prescribed maintenance schedule for all equipment in all County buildings, and travels to complete inspections as required.
• Receives a work order for issues, assesses the problem, and determines the best solution for repairs or replacements.
• May exercise independent judgment in completing repairs or replacements costing less than $1500.
• Seeks supervisory approval for repairs or replacements costing more than $1500 or if there are extenuating circumstances.
• May be assigned to assist others with plumbing, electrical work, grounds work or carpentry as needed.
• Creates parts when they are no longer available to fix problems rather than replacing equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree