HVAC Apprentice

HVAC Apprentice

Location: Clemson, SC

Final date to receive applications: February 19, 2026

Description

WELCOME TO CLEMSON! 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 recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes 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. So,... are you ready?

HVAC Maintenance 1st Shift - Assists in performing HVAC corrective and preventative maintenance in all buildings including but not limited to AHU, Pumps, Fire Dampers, etc. Complies with all rules & regulations including OSHA, DHEC, & EPA. Perform entry level skills in trade duties and assist other trade workers in performing maintenance or construction duties. Communication & Customer Service is top priority.

Performs other duties as required.

• 60% - Essential - HVAC Maintenance: Assists in the maintenance and repair of C/W & H/W systems, AHU's, FCU's, Fire Dampers, Pumps, VAV's, DX, type equipment, exhaust systems & all other HVAC related equipment. Performs scheduled & unscheduled preventative maintenance within cost and time allotted per PM Guidelines. Changes filters, oils, greases & replaces components per PM analysis. Re-insulate per SOP.
  
  Unclogs or replaces condensate drains after determining failure. Assist in diagnosing, calibrating & replacing of failed pneumatic & electronic control components as required. Assist in emergency and general repairs & adjustments to equipment used in building and maintenance work. Urgent and routine work orders should be completed in a timely manner.
• 15% - Essential - Coil Cleaning & Preventative Maintenance: Assist in preventative maintenance tasks as assigned. i.e.:
  Uses toxic chemicals wearing proper PPE such as full face shields, rubber boots, body suits, gloves, etc. Assist in cleaning of air handlers, fan coil units internally & externally, flushing coils, reassembling, conducting test operations and restoring systems back to proper function. Notify planner/scheduler and or supervisor of any deviations of time standards. Performs other clean-ups as directed.
• 15% - Essential - Electrical Maintenance: Assists in use of VOM. Traces HVAC switching and power circuits in rooms and/or buildings. Assists in Isolating system electronically before maintenance. Performs Lockout/Tag Out per OSHA Specifications.
• 10% - Essential - Safety: Promote and encourage a safe workplace and safe work practices while maintaining a level of responsibility for compliance with all published safety absolutes and health directives. Promote a positive and productive safety environment.

• Formal training or trades experience that is directly related to the area of employment.
• Driver's License Class D normal < 26,000

• Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent;
  Work Experience 1+ years HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical Trades

Job Knowledge

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

Supervisory Responsibilities

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

Budgetary Responsibilities

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

• 70% - Stand for prolonged period
• 70% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
• 80% - Walk or move about
• 50% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
• 70% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
• 70% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
• 80% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
• 90% - Recognize or inspect visually
• 60% - Move, transport, raise or lower
• 80% - Extends…