Utility Production Electrician I

At MU Energy Management, we power 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 to support over 17 million square feet of academic, research, athletic, and healthcare facilities. We also design, install, and manage advanced building automation systems to optimize energy use, ensuring cost-effective, reliable, and resilient utility services that drive the University’s excellence.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled journey-level electrician to support our combined cooling, heating, and power production plants. This role focuses on service, preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems critical to utility production.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain plant auxiliary AC/DC electrical systems: wiring, transformers, panels, generators, exciters, motors, rectifiers, batteries, UPS inverters, motor starters, and VFDs.
• Operate and maintain auxiliary power distribution systems: 480-volt substations, draw-out breakers, motor control centers, and load centers.
• Maintain low-voltage systems: lighting panels, lighting systems, and electrical components for utility production and process control.
• Replace interior/exterior lamps at various heights as needed.
• Install and maintain conduit and cabling for breakers, control systems, instrumentation, relays, meters, lighting, and receptacles.
• Support plant communications systems: public address systems, security systems (door/gate access), surveillance cameras.
• Coordinate work safely with utility operations to avoid plant disruptions.
• Follow all safety protocols including personal protective equipment as required, lockout/tagout, confined space procedures, and attend required safety meetings and training sessions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Career Progression

This position has a career progression path. With successful training and skills assessment, automatic advancement to Utility Production Electrician II.

Requirements

• A job offer is contingent on passing a physical examination to determine the candidate’s ability to perform essential functions.
• High school degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of related work experience, including electrician apprenticeship or vocational training, to qualify as a journey electrician.
• Experience and knowledge in the installation and maintenance of secondary power distribution and motor controls.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, wiring diagrams, and applicable electrical codes.
• Skill in the use of tools, equipment, and materials applicable to the trade.
• Daily ability to:
  • Grasp, lift, carry, and set down objects up to 75 lbs.
  • Climb and work from ladders and scaffolding.
  • Work in environments containing dust, cold, heat, and humidity.
• Possession of a valid Missouri driver’s license.
• Completion of department safety training.

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits, including:

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

Pay

Salary Range: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Schedule

7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday