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Steam/CHW Tech IIInside Higher Ed • Columbia, SC, US
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Steam / CHW Tech II

Steam / CHW Tech II

Inside Higher Ed • Columbia, SC, US
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Steam / CHW Tech II role at Inside Higher Ed

Location : Columbia, SC

  • Department : DAF Facilities Energy Plant
  • Division : Administration and Finance

Responsibilities

  • Performs routine installation, maintenance and repair of the chilled water and steam distribution system including piping, valves, expansion joints, steam traps, steam control stations, condensate receivers and associated pumps by developing and receiving work orders; communicating with the Call Center and the supervisor.
  • Planning, inspecting, verifying, communicating, and problem solving chilled water and steam distribution issues.
  • Taking personal initiative to correct any problems.
  • Ensuring that all assigned systems are in safe working order and compliant with national and local codes and regulations while exhibiting professionalism in conduct, appearance, and work practices and developing and maintaining strong customer service practices.
  • Performs routine planned maintenance inspections of the high pressure steam and chilled water distribution systems by developing or implementing a planned maintenance schedule for all systems, physically observing systems, communicating problems to appropriate personnel, and making recommendations regarding the planned maintenance program to provide for, as well as assist in, corrective action prior to necessary emergency action.
  • Conducts on the job training with other Energy Services personnel in best practices and proper procedures for conducting inspections.
  • Operates and maintains auxiliary campus boilers by checking to ensure that proper operating parameters are maintained, performing routine maintenance and repair when necessary, and recording pertinent data and information.
  • When required as a back-up to the supervisor, supervises steam crew personnel in assigned buildings that are responsible for the routine installation, maintenance and repair of the chilled water and steam distribution systems by following through with supervisor instructions; assigning specific duties to employees; reviewing employee work assignments; monitoring labor hours and materials; ensuring safety, productivity, and cost effectiveness; providing direction and on-the-job training; and submitting labor sheets and leave slips.
  • Attends meetings and training events related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Assists with the Facility Services inventory control by requesting, receiving and monitoring maintenance supplies, materials, and tools from Consolidated Supplies and outside vendors following established policies.
  • Maintains accurate daily time sheets and records on all scheduled and emergency repairs performed on related systems.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
  • Qualifications

    Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience : Requires job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and / or experience.

    Required Certification, Licensure / Other Credentials : Must possess a valid drivers license.

    Preferred Qualifications : High school diploma and six years experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a large steam and chilled water distribution and air conditioning system.

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities : Have the ability to lead by example, solve problems, take initiative to provide services, develop strong customer relationships, measure cost and performance, keep accurate records, communicate effectively, develop proper procedures, define actions to resolve specific problem situations, communicate to management, and prepare reports. Employee must use initiative and be proactive in discharging duties.

    Details

    Essential Function : Yes

    Percentage Of Time : 45

    Job Duties (continued)

  • Performs routine planned maintenance inspections of the high pressure steam and chilled water distribution systems by developing or implementing a planned maintenance schedule for all systems, observing systems, communicating problems to appropriate personnel, and making recommendations regarding the planned maintenance program and corrective action.
  • Operates and maintains auxiliary campus boilers by checking operating parameters, performing routine maintenance and repair, and recording data.
  • Back-up supervision of steam crew personnel including task assignment, review of work, labor hours monitoring, safety, and training; submission of time sheets and labor records.
  • Attends meetings and training related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Percentage Of Time : 25

    Job Duties (additional)

  • Performs related duties as required.
  • Essential Function : No

    Safety Sensitive Or Security Sensitive : Yes

    Number Of Vacancies : 1

    Job Open Date : 07 / 08 / 2025

    Job Close Date : 11 / 02 / 2025

    Open Until Filled : No

    Additional Information

    Special Instructions To Applicant : This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five business days on our job website. After five business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department. We are only accepting applications submitted by November 2, 2025. USC offers a benefits package including Health and Life Insurance, Retirement Programs, Paid Tuition, Dependent Scholarships, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, 13 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Professional Development Opportunities.

    Quicklink For Posting : https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 190385

    EEO Statement : The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

    Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

    Employment type : Full-time

    Job function : Engineering and Information Technology

    Industries : Online Audio and Video Media

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