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Performs work as insulator requiring advanced levels of professional skill. Performs installation, repair and preventative maintenance of insulation to campus main utility systems and associated air conditioning refrigeration systems. Provides training and mentorship to less experienced employees. May serve as Lead to maintain adequate workflow. Subject to unscheduled hours and callback as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

50% - Essential - Insulation:
Insulates and removes (when needed) chilled water piping and equipment, hot water piping, steam piping, condensate piping, refrigeration piping, duct work and associated mechanical equipment. Performs insulation using several material types including but not limited to: polyisocyanurate, Armaflex, fiberglass, calcium silicate for insulation on equipment and piping systems.
25% - Essential - Applications and Mastics:
Understands applications and applies various appropriate mastics to insulation systems. Operates saws, drills, pin-welder and related hand tools. Builds construction-type scaffolding. Reads, modifies and recommends modifications of blueprints. Estimates cost, time and materials of insulation projects. Submits purchase orders based on job request. Performs administrative tasks to document and monitor operational activities. May assign work tasks to ensure adequate workflow. Collaborates with customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
15% - Essential - Training and Mentorship:
Leads, guides, and/or trains others in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing.
10% - Essential - Safety:
Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and enforcement of University LOTO & PPE policy. Complies with all EPA/DHEC rules. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops. Removes and disposes of insulation and cleans tools. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent and general maintenance experience related to the area of employment.
 

Work Experience:  8+ years of TRADE SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE.

Education: Vocational or Technical Training 1 

Education Area:Trade School Degree

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

  75% - Stand for prolonged period
  30% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  75% - Walk or move about
  80% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
  60% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
  50% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
  50% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  70% - Recognize or inspect visually
  50% - Move, transport, raise or lower
  75% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
  30% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
  40% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

  80% - Exposure to heat or cold
  75% - Exposure to dust/fumes
  60% - Wet or humid
  75% - Noise
  50% - Vibration
  75% - Mechanical hazards
  30% - Chemical hazards
  50% - Electrical hazards
  30% - Radiant energy hazards
  50% - Burn hazards
  20% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
  10% - Overnight Travel

Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm.  Standard Hours: 40

Expected Salary Range: ($ 47,000.00 - $ 54,000.00)
 

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.

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

Clemson, SC

7 January 2026

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

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.