HVAC Shop Head

Job Responsibilities

The Citadel The Military College of South Carolina is seeking a HVAC Shop Head in the Facilities and Engineering Department. Under the limited supervision of the Division Chief supervises a crew of technicians in HVAC and related equipment repair operation. This role will be responsible for the following:

• Develops coordinates establishes and ensures execution of HVAC Shop services and repairs
• Utilizes computers to adjust troubleshoot and control electronic energy management systems
• Develops specifications and coordinates the repairs performed by vendors and contractors in the repair and maintenance of all types of HVAC gallery and energy management systems
• Estimates requisitions and issues materials and equipment for job completion.
• Ensures safety and environmental compliance with all pertinent regulatory and statutory requirements
• Schedules work for execution and inspects work to ensure compliance with codes standards and specifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of completion of HVAC technical or trades school and six(6) years experience in mechanical trades field AND at least one(1) year of supervisory experience in field/trade area.
• Must be computer literate.
• Job requires working independently or as a team on 24 to 460 volt electrical air conditioning controls pneumatic controls and computerized digital control systems.
• Knowledge required in the operation and maintenance of: refrigerant 11 and 22 industrial rotary screw centrifugal and ice storage chilled water systems ranging from 100 to 350 toms; hot water and steam heating systems commercial and residential refrigerant split air conditioning systems gas package unit heaters and heat pumps ranging from 1.5 to 120 toms; residential gas appliances; refrigeration equipment including walk in coolers and freezers; and other auxiliary equipment
• Must be able to read blueprints drawings and electrical schematics and be able to demonstrate a proficiency at brazing and soldering piping and tubing.
• Qualifications must include Refrigeration Transition and Recovery as UNIVERSAL (including EPA certification).
• Valid SC Drivers License.

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Tuition Exchange Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Read more about our benefits on our HR website

About The Citadel College

The Citadel also known as the Military College of South Carolina is a public senior military college located in Charleston South Carolina. Founded in 1842 The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston you are close to great restaurants shopping and much more. Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report 2022) for schools with up to a masters degree the opportunities are endless.

There are about 2300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors 57 Minors pre-health professions and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1000 students attend the Graduate College evening and online programs.