JOB SUMMARY:

Performs HVAC-R duties requiring both routine and advanced levels of professional skill and technical knowledge. Able to provide training and mentorship to apprentice level employees. Performs preventative and corrective HVAC-R maintenance on building systems in accordance with department procedures and applicable codes and laws. Performs other duties as required.

JOB DUTIES:

85% HVAC-R Systems Maintenance:
Performs installation, diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of residential, commercial, industrial, and refrigeration-based HVAC-R systems. Troubleshoots and repairs controls systems and associated equipment. Identifies maintenance risks on equipment. Interprets blueprints used to install heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment in University buildings for troubleshooting and or review.

10% Training and Mentorship:
Leads, guides, and/or trains apprentice level technicians in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes training and testing to obtain and/or maintain applicable licensing and certifications.

5% Safety:
Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and enforcement of the University LOTO policy. Complies with all EPA/SCDES rules. Promotes positive and productive relationships between shops.

JOB CODE:

KC23

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Regular FTE Staff

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.

Preferred Requirements:

Vocational or Technical Training. Trade School Diploma or 3 years of trade specific experience and a MASC Journeyman certificate.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Recognize or inspect visually: 15%
Stand for Prolonged Period: 20%
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 20%
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 20%
Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 10%
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 20%
Walk or move about: 80%
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 5%
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 15%
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 5%
Extends hands or arms in any direction: 15%
Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 5%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold: 15%
Vibration: 5%
Mechanical hazards: 5%
Chemical hazards: 5%
Radiant hazards: 5%
Wet and/or humid: 10%
Noise: 10%
Burn hazards: 5%
Exposure to dust/fumes: 5%
Electrical hazards: 5%
Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 5%

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range

39828.73 - 50000

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Emergency Response - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call.

JOB LOCATION:

Seneca, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

December 1, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

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