A mission-critical data center in Charleston, SC is seeking a highly skilled HVAC/Mechanical Technician to support its mechanical infrastructure. This role involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing HVAC systems and mechanical equipment to ensure continuous uptime and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with data center cooling systems, mechanical repairs, and a strong understanding of refrigeration cycles, water treatment, and airflow management.
ResponsibilitiesPerform HVAC repairs and replacements, including refrigeration circuit maintenance.Conduct motor and compressor replacements.Troubleshoot low voltage and mechanical systems.Clean and maintain heat exchangers.Repair and replace pumps and gearboxes.Perform plumbing repairs and replacements.Conduct rounds and readings to monitor system performance.Respond to and perform minor operations and emergency repairs.Operate and maintain chillers, cooling towers, CRAC units, and air handlers.Manage condenser water systems and associated chemical treatment processes.Ensure proper airflow management in raised floor environments using hot aisle/cold aisle configurations.Maintain N+1 redundancy in chiller systems to ensure full backup capability.Diagnose and repair refrigeration systems, condenser, expansion valve, and evaporator components.Understand high-side vs. low-side pressures and enthalpy curves.
Essential SkillsMinimum 5 years of experience in industrial HVAC or data center mechanical systems.EPA 608 certification.Strong understanding of N+1 redundancy in chiller systems.Knowledge of water treatment for condenser systems (corrosion, solids, microbial control).Expertise in hot aisle/cold aisle airflow design.Proficiency in refrigeration cycle components and pressure dynamics.
Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and HVAC monitoring tools.Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and data center cooling best practices.Ability to work independently and respond to emergency situations.Strong communication and documentation skills.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a pathway to grow within the industry and access to extensive career development opportunities. Employees benefit from a comprehensive and competitive package that includes health and wellness benefits, financial security options, work-life balance incentives, and additional perks such as employee discounts and adoption assistance.
Work Environment
This position offers flexible shift options, including 1st (0700-1700), 2nd (1630-0230), and 3rd (0200-1200) shifts with the schedule Su-W, W-Sa. Employees are required to wear PPE including Type 2 hardhat, hi-vis vests, safety glasses, and steel toe shoes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ridgeville, South Carolina.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $36.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ridgeville,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.
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\n About Aerotek:\n\n
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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\n \nThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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