Building Controls System Technician I

Energy Management

To be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:
* complete ALL sections of the application
(including all work experience - incomplete applications will not be considered)
* complete six months of regular service at the University
* apply within the published, five-day posting period
* meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

Union Bid Period: 3/11/2025 - 3/17/2025

At MU Energy Management, we power the future! We are responsible for producing, purchasing, and delivering vital utility services across the University of Missouri campus. Our advanced district energy system, centered around the state-of-the-art Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Plant (CCHP), generates steam, chilled water, and electricity to heat, cool, and energize over 17 million square feet of academic, research, athletic, and healthcare buildings.

Beyond powering the campus, we also install and manage cutting-edge building automation systems that optimize energy consumption across the university. Our mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and resilient utility services that empower the University to excel in its academic and research goals.

If you're passionate about energy, innovation, and sustainability, this is your chance to be part of a team that keeps Mizzou running and thriving!

Nature of Work:

Perform skilled work on a journeyman level in the installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of pneumatic, electric, electronic, and direct digital control (DDC) heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) on control systems. All work is subject to spot checking and inspection for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade.

Personnel working in this classification will be allowed to remain in the position up to four years at which time they must have successfully completed the necessary requirements to move into the Building Controls Systems Technician II classification or higher.

If the incumbent is unable to successfully complete the training within four years, progressive discipline, with appropriate time extensions, will be initiated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, repair and/or replace pneumatic, electric, electronic and DDC heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) control systems according to design drawings and/or specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedure on HVAC pneumatic, electric, electronic and DDC control systems; diagnose control problems and overhaul, either individually or as part of a team, various building pneumatic, electric, electronic and DDC controls systems.
• Locate and obtain components required for building pneumatic, electric, electronic and DDC control systems.
• Clean, maintain, safely operate and properly store all tools and equipment. Observe and enforce all safety requirements related to equipment operation.
• Locate, purchase, and order materials and tools for jobs and manage delivery and storage of those materials. Perform or assist in the preparation of cost estimates, reports and maintenance of records.
• Work toward successfully completing all skills category training and tests for Building Control System Technician II.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Monday - Friday

* A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
* Four years actual work experience and training, including the equivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training, in the HVAC controls trade OR 18 months' experience with completion of vocational education training in desired field.
* Ability to read blueprints, plans, drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical codes.
* Skill in maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials of applicable trade.
* Ability on a daily basis to:
- Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, and otherwise use small to large trade tools and equipment.
- Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (50 lbs.)
- Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, and otherwise move equipment, controls, parts, etc.
- Visually assess maintenance, construction and repair needs
- Climb and work from ladders, stairs, and scaffolding
* A valid State of Missouri Driver's License must be held and maintained by incumbents in the position.

Experience with commercial HVAC systems and controls.

Must possess a valid driver's license, which will allow legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri.

Salary Range: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Grade: GGS-F

University Title: Building Controls Systems Technician I

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.