Building Controls Systems Technician III

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work at a journey level in the installation, operation, maintenance, service, and repair of 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.
• 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 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Valid State of Missouri Driver’s License must be held and maintained.
• Ability to grasp, lift, carry, and set down objects of moderate weight (50 lbs.) on a regular basis.
• Ability to grasp, lift, and pull electrical/electronic cabling and wiring on a regular basis.
• Ability to climb and work from ladders, scaffolding, and staging on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work in hot, moist, confined spaces on an occasional basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of building codes.

Pay

Salary Range: $29.50 - $31.00 hourly

Schedule

Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Benefits

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

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

Location

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big-city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Known as an ideal college town, its location makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is centrally located in the state and the nation. It is home to a variety of restaurants, entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.