Chiller Apprentice Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Hiring Department
Energy Management
Job Description
Powering Mizzou's Future
At MU Energy Management, we don't just keep the lights on - we power the future. Our team is responsible for producing, purchasing, and delivering essential utility services across the University of Missouri campus. At the heart of our operations is the cutting-edge Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Plant (CCHP), which generates steam, chilled water, and electricity to heat, cool, and energize more than 17 million square feet of academic, research, athletic, and healthcare facilities.
In addition to the CCHP Plant, we operate two chilled water district cooling loops with over 30 chillers and a total capacity of more than 34,000 tons. Our mission is to deliver cost-effective, reliable, and resilient utility services that support the University's academic and research excellence.
If you are passionate about energy, innovation, and resiliency, join a team that keeps Mizzou running - and thriving.
Position: Chiller Technician I
Nature of Work
Perform skilled work on a journey level in the installation, maintenance, service and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning units, equipment, and systems. All work is subject to spot checking and inspections for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform repair, preventative maintenance, and operation of all mechanical and absorption air conditioning systems and refrigeration systems including air cooled, steam turbine driven and water-cooled systems. Use various tools: gauges, torches, vacuum pumps, drills, etc. in performing duties. Test and replace broken parts; check for and repair leaks; repair and adjust valves, fittings, and pipe connection; adjust refrigerant level of units; and service and lubricate units as required.
• Assist in, or perform major overhauls on absorption, steam turbine driven, centrifugal, and reciprocating chiller components and systems, buy and install refrigerant as well as moving, rigging, and handling heavy and expensive components and parts safely.
• Assist in, or evaluate complex factors and malfunctions in absorption, steam turbine driven, centrifugal, and reciprocating chiller systems and take corrective actions.
• Assist with design and construction of specialized tools and equipment to repair and maintain all types of chillers.
• Clean, maintain, safely operate and properly store all tools and equipment. Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Prepare records, detailed reports, recommendations, cost estimates, prepare material orders, and similar information for supervisory and management use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
• Administrative and functional supervision is received from designated supervisor/engineer. Receives oral and written instructions daily on work to be performed, occasionally supplement by diagrams and/or blueprints.
Shift
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM / Mon. - Fri.
Minimum Qualifications
• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• Five years actual work experience and training, including the equivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training, in the trade. CFC certification.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, drawings, wiring, and plumbing diagrams.
• 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 trades tools and equipment.
- Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (50-80 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 driver's license may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
A valid state driver's license is required.
Five or more years' experience operating and maintaining large (1000 ton) chiller systems.
Certification as an EPA Section 608 Universal Technician.
Experience operating and maintaining air cooled chillers up to and larger than 500 tons.
Experience operating and maintaining water cooled chillers up to and larger than 1000 tons.
Experience with cooling tower operation and maintenance.
Experience maintaining pumps, motors, and fans.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $23 - $27 hourly
Grade: GGS-E
University Title: Chiller Technician I
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 3/11. 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: 3/5/2026 - 3/11/2026
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.