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Supervisor Skilled Trades - Mechanical Plant Specialist Team

MU Health Care
dental insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Missouri, Columbia
1 Hospital Drive (Show on map)
Sep 18, 2025
Shift: Monday - Friday; 7am to 4pm Department: Engineering Administration Compensation: Base Pay Range:$56,597 to $89,419 per year based on experience ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a dynamic Supervisor of Skilled Trades to lead our Mechanical Plant Specialist team. We're seeking a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment and is passionate about mentoring skilled professionals in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. The ideal candidate brings a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and excellence in every task. At MU Health Care, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our facilities run smoothly and efficiently-supporting the care we deliver every day. If you're ready to lead with integrity, inspire a high-performing team, and grow your career in a mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of health care infrastructure. ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to multiple hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in mid-Missouri. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one. Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays. Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years. Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%). Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more. See a comprehensive list of benefits here . DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Demonstrate thorough knowledge of principles and techniques of a specific skilled trade, and apply principles, tools, and the correct equipment to perform the essential duties/responsibilities. Effectively handle and prioritize situations and goals to maximize available resources and problem-solving skills to analyze complex problems and implement corrective actions. Assist in interviewing, selecting, and counseling staff in the specific trade of the Engineering Services and/or Planning, Design, and Construction Departments by MU Health Care standards. Exchange information with others and develop and present recommendations. Participate in the design and oversight of all large construction/renovation projects system-wide involving the assigned skilled trades. Monitor department operations and objectives to ensure quality services are being provided. Establish operations guidelines and maintenance schedules for the facilities involving their specific trade that meet regulatory requirements. Monitor workload and productivity to meet the department's standards. Schedule staff and approve requested time off. Teach and demonstrate to staff appropriate methods and procedures to review work-in-progress for adherence to standards and completion of work promptly. Plan, assign, and distribute work to staff. Order all parts and equipment and maintain inventory records and requisitions. Ensure staff keep all areas clean and maintained professionally. Develop, coordinate, and maintain daily staffing schedules to ensure the appropriate level of unit coverage and continuity of care. Monitor time and attendance in alignment with MU Health Care policies and practices, ensuring accuracy of records and timely submittal/approval for payroll purposes. May complete unit/department-specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired. Four (4) years of experience in all phases of skills trade installation, repair, and maintenance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Two (2) years of supervisory experience in this trade area. Licensed in electrical, plumbing or HVAC and/or EPA 608 certification. Completion of an approved apprenticeship program. Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 50 lbs. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.