"Utility Distribution Worker III"

Hiring Department

Energy Management

Job Description

Powering Mizzou’s Future
At MU Energy Management, we don’t just keep the lights on —
we power the future. Our team is responsible for producing,
purchasing, and delivering essential utility services across the
University of Missouri campus. At the heart of our operations is
the cutting-edge Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Plant
(CCHP), which generates steam, chilled water, and electricity
to heat, cool, and energize more than 17 million square feet
of academic, research, athletic, and healthcare facilities.

Our impact extends far beyond energy generation. With more than 100
miles of underground utility distribution systems beneath the
campus, Utility Distribution provides cost-effective, reliable, and
resilient services that power the University’s academic and
research excellence.

If you are passionate about energy, innovation, and
resiliency, join a team that keeps Mizzou running — and
thriving.

Position: Utility Distribution Worker III

Nature of Work

Join a team where your technical skills keep the Mizzou campus
running. As a Utility Distribution Worker III, you’ll be
responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of essential
utility distribution systems including steam, condensate, potable
water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and chilled water
systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform journey level duties related to the installation,
  operation, maintenance, inspection, repair or replacement of
  underground utility facilities used in the distribution of steam,
  potable water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer or chilled water. Follow
  all safety procedures and requirements necessary to protect others
  and oneself during work.
• Perform work with tools and related equipment associated with
  underground utility facilities used in the distribution of steam,
  potable water sanitary sewer, storm sewer or chilled water
  systems.
• Perform trenching, digging, and backfilling operations,
  including hand digging where necessary.
• Coordinate utility outages. Provide emergency activities for
  response, remediation and repair of steam, condensate, potable
  water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and chilled water systems.
• Coordinate with supervision and engineering on projects and
  maintenance. Plan work, prepare material requirements, review
  inventory needs, review schematics, review construction drawings,
  and equipment manuals, and assist in maintaining equipment
  maintenance records and reports.
• Coordinate projects without detailed plans and specifications.
  Job performance is evaluated by visual and mechanical inspections
  for workmanship quality, conformance to specifications and accepted
  standards of the trade and functional operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Functional supervision may be provided by a lead person.
Administrative supervision received from designated supervisor.
Work assignments given orally or in writing.

Supervision Exercised

No supervision is exercised.

Advancement

This position has opportunities to advance to Utility Distribution
Worker IV

Why This Role Matters

This is more than a maintenance position; it's a chance to be part
of a mission-driven team that keeps our campus running efficiently
and resource efficient. Your work directly supports students,
faculty, and staff, creating comfortable and productive
environments for learning, research and innovation.

Shift

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

Personnel in the Utility Distribution Worker employee development
program:
Promotion from a Utility Distribution Worker II title after
successful completion of skill assessments and necessary
experience. The minimum time requirement in the Utility
Distribution Worker II title: two years
• Personnel not in the Utility Distribution Worker employee
development program: High school graduate or a combination of
education and experience from which comparable knowledge and
abilities can be acquired, is necessary.
• Four years of actual work experience and training, including the
equivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training, in the trade
is required.
• Must pass a written test and skills assessment related to the
specific trade being performed.
• Steam & Water Pipefitting trade: Experience shall include at
least one year of working with 60 psig or greater steam systems.
Required to be qualified in the operation of a backhoe and other
construction equipment.
• Sewer Pipefitter trade: Required to be qualified in the operation
of a backhoe and other construction equipment.
• Welding trade: Required to be knowledgeable of the following
welding methods: Oxy-acetylene welding (OFW), shielded metal arc
welding (SMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), brazing and
soldering.
All Personnel:
• Must have ability to follow safety procedures and work
safely.
• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans,
schematics and drawings.
• Must be capable of working in manholes, tunnels and
excavations.
• Must be skilled in maintenance and use of tools, equipment and
materials associated with steam, condensate, potable water,
sanitary sewer, storm sewer and chilled water systems.
• Ability on a daily basis to:
- Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, and otherwise use small to large
trade tools and equipment.
- Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (80 lbs.)
- Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, and otherwise move
equipment, controls, parts, etc.
- Visually assess maintenance, construction, and repair
needs.
- Climb and work from ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
- Work in areas where high levels of heat, moisture, dust, and
noise are present.
- Work in confined spaces such as manholes and tunnels.
- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment while
accomplishing assigned tasks.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime, including
weekends.
• May be required to possess a valid driver’s license, which will
allow legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of
Missouri.

Preferred Qualifications

Steam System experience is required for this position.
A valid State of Missouri CDL Driver’s License is required – Or CDL
must be obtained within six months of hire.
A valid State of Missouri Driver’s License must be held and
maintained by incumbents in the position.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Grade: GGS-E

University Title: Utility Distribution Worker III

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

Other Information

The internal union bid period for this position ended on 1/23.
All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to
apply.

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: 1/16/2026 – 1/23/2026

Benefit Eligibility

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.