Building Controls System Technician III - Security Systems

About the Role

At MU Energy Management, we energize the future by producing, purchasing, and delivering essential utility services across the University of Missouri campus. Our team operates the cutting-edge Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Plant (CCHP), generating steam, chilled water, and electricity for over 17 million square feet of facilities. We also install and manage Building Automation Systems, including HVAC Controls, Lighting Controls, Electronic Locking, Keycard Access, and Security Camera Systems.

This role focuses on the installation, maintenance, and repair of building automation security systems, including video surveillance, card access, and panic/duress alarms.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, repairs, and tests campus security systems, including video surveillance cameras, electronic access control systems, panic alarms, duress alarms, and related field devices.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues involving security system hardware, devices, controllers, electronic locking mechanisms, and associated equipment.
• Coordinates with Information Technology staff on system integrations, network connectivity, device commissioning, and software-related issues.
• Responds to service requests, equipment failures, and emergency calls to restore system functionality in a timely manner.
• Assists with security system upgrades, renovations, and new installations across campus facilities.
• Conducts inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed or modified security systems.
• Ensures work is performed in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, university standards, and manufacturer specifications.
• Coordinates with other campus departments to support campus safety and security operations.
• Provides technical guidance to lower-level technicians and may serve as lead technician on small to medium-sized projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with one year of university or technical training in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Three years of experience in the skilled maintenance, installation, and repair of distributed automation systems for buildings and associated electrical/pneumatic control equipment, or two years of technical training in the field.
• For personnel in the Building Controls System Technician employee development program: successful completion of skill assessments and 1.5 years of experience as a Building Controls System Technician II.
• Must complete the same skills assessment required of a Building Controls Systems Technician II within the first six months of employment.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Valid State of Missouri Driver’s License, which must be maintained.
• Physical ability to:
  • Grasp, lift, carry, and set down objects up to 50 lbs. regularly.
  • Grasp, lift, and pull electrical/electronic cabling and wiring regularly.
  • Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding, and staging occasionally.
  • Work in hot, moist, confined spaces occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the installation and maintenance of building automation security cameras, card access systems, and security systems.
• Experience working from ladders and mobile elevated work platforms.

Pay

Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00 hourly.

Schedule

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a comprehensive University benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
• Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Location

Columbia, Missouri, offers a high quality of life with small-town friendliness and big-city features. Located centrally in the state, Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants, entertainment venues, and annual festivals, with a low cost of living and strong educational opportunities.