HVAC Coil Cleaning Technician Job at Clemson University in Clemson

Overview

HVAC Coil Cleaning Technician

Location: Clemson, SC

Open Date:

Description

Clemson University is proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has been named a top 25 public college, a top South Carolina employer, and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

Job Summary

Regulations of Clemson University, Clemson Facilities, OSHA, DHEC, and EPA. Inputs staff time into computer. This is a second shift position.

Job Duties

• 80% - Essential - Coil Cleaning and Maintenance: Uses toxic chemicals wearing PPE to clean air handler and fan coil units, internally and externally. Maintains system by disassembling, spraying, cleaning, flushing coils, reassembling, conducting test operation, and restoring system to service. Tests pressure differential across coils with a calibrated electronic manometer to validate cleaning impact on system efficiency. Performs other clean-ups as directed.
• 10% - Essential - HVAC Maintenance: Maintains fan coils, air handlers, and reheat and preheat coils. Performs scheduled and unscheduled preventive and corrective coil and related equipment maintenance within PM guidelines. Changes filters, oils, greases, and changes motors as determined by PM analysis. Re-insulates per SOP. Unstops or replaces condensate drains after determining failure. Diagnoses, calibrates, and replaces failed pneumatic thermostats as required.
• 10% - Essential - Electrical Maintenance: Uses VOM. Traces HVAC switching and power circuits. Isolates systems electronically before maintenance. Performs Lockout/Tagout per OSHA specifications. Traces a circuit in a room or building.

Minimum Requirements

Education: 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.

Work Experience: 1+ years

Preferred Requirements

Licenses - Driver’s License Class D normal

Responsibilities and Knowledge

Job Knowledge: Fundamental knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

Supervisory

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

Budget

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for prolonged periods
• Sit for prolonged periods
• Walk or move about
• Use hands or feet to operate machinery, equipment, etc
• Ascend or descend (stairs, ladder)
• Position self to accomplish task (stoop, kneel, crawl)
• Communicate and give directions
• Recognize or inspect visually
• Move, transport, raise or lower
• Extend hands or arms in any direction
• Use taste or smell
• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

Working Conditions

• Exposure to heat or cold
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Wet or humid
• Noise
• Vibration
• Mechanical hazards
• Chemical hazards
• Electrical hazards
• Radiant energy hazards
• Burn hazards
• Exposure to bio-hazards

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 4:00pm - 12:00am with occasional weekend and off hour work. Standard Hours: 40

Compensation Information

Expected Salary Range: $45,000 - $48,000

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.

Eligibility

Essential Personnel Level: Normal Operations. Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

Job Location

Clemson, SC

Application Deadline

October 17, 2025

Veteran and Military

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University allows educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that relate to the job duties. VETERAN PREFERENCE: See state policy for veteran preference. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob at clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

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.