Building Controls Systems Technician III

Facility Operations

All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply. The union bid period for this position ended on 7/24/25.

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: 7/18/25 - 7/25/25

This position will provide services and maintenance on fire alarm systems across MU Campus.

Job Duties:
Install and commission, troubleshoot and repair malfunctions, and perform preventative maintenance on microprocessor based distributed fire alarm systems and associated electrical control equipment in University buildings and facilities.

Install, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair fire alarm systems and components.

Evaluate complex factors and malfunctions in building fire alarm, fire sprinkler, life safety, security and miscellaneous other building systems and take corrective actions.

Assist with training of Fire Alarm 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.

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday thru Friday

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

NICET Level II Certification

Salary Range: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour

Grade: GGS-G

University Title: Building Controls System Technician III

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

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.