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At the University of Missouri, Campus Facilities Operations is dedicated to creating a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment that fosters education, research, and service excellence. Our team manages campus facilities and infrastructure through services including Engineering, Custodial Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Inventory Management, Sustainability, and Project Management, ensuring seamless daily operations. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the university community and help shape the future of Mizzou with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Nature and Level of Work
Perform skilled work at a journey level in the installation, operation, maintenance, service and repair of the microprocessor based distributed automation systems which control and monitor building heating, cooling, air-conditioning, laboratory systems, lighting, metering, life safety, security and miscellaneous other building systems. Work is subject to inspection for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade, but is primarily reviewed through observation of results. Functional contacts include coworkers, other service department employees, and administrative staff at the job locations, university staff, students and building occupants.
Key Responsibilities
• Install and commission, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions, and perform preventative maintenance on microprocessor based distributed automation systems and associated electrical control equipment in University buildings and facilities. Calibrate instrumentation, meters, valves, damper actuators and controllers as required.
• Install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair variable speed drives for electric motors, and site wide communication networks for distributed automation systems including fiber optic cable terminations.
• Operate personal computer software to commission, maintain and troubleshoot distributed automation systems. Observe and enforce all safety requirements related to equipment operation.
• Evaluate complex factors and malfunctions in building heating, cooling, air-conditioning, lighting, metering, life safety, security and miscellaneous other building systems and take corrective actions.
• Assist with training of Building Controls Systems Technicians in lower classifications.
• May perform or assist in the preparation of cost estimates, material orders, reports and maintenance of records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Shift
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday
Minimum Qualifications
Personnel in the Building Controls System Technician employee development program:
• This job is a promotional step from a Building Controls Technician II, and requires successful completion of skill assessments and 1.5 years of experience as a Building Controls System Technician II.
All Personnel:
• A high school graduate with one year of university or technical training in electronics, electrical engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• Three years of experience in the skilled maintenance, installation and repair of distributed automation systems for buildings and associated electrical and pneumatic control equipment or two years completion of technical training.
- During the first six months of employment, must complete the same skills assessment required of a Building Controls Systems Technician II as outlined in the Building Controls System Technician Employee Development Program.
• Knowledge of building codes is preferred.
• Skill in use and operation of tools, equipment and materials necessary to complete the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• A valid State of Missouri Driver's License must be held and maintained by incumbents in the position.
• A person working in this classification will need to:
- Grasp, lift, carry and set down objects of moderate weight (50 lbs.) on a regular basis
- Grasp, lift and pull electrical/electronic cabling and wiring on a regular basis
- Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding and staging on an occasional basis
- Ability to get into and work in hot, moist, confined spaces on an occasional basis
Preferred Qualifications
Must possess and maintain a valid State of Missouri driver's license or a valid out-of-state driver's license with the understanding a Missouri driver's license must be obtained within the first six months of employment.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $28.00 - $30.50 hourly
Grade: GGS-G
University Title: Building Controls Systems Technician III
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Other Information
The internal union bid period for this position ended on 6/3. All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply.
In order 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: 5/28/2026 - 6/3/2026
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
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.