Boiler Maintenance Operator, Night Shift (12:00am-8:00am, Friday-Tuesday) - Campus Facilities

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Educational discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking a Boiler Maintenance Operator to maintain and operate campus boilers and related equipment across Volker and Health Sciences locations. The role involves collaboration with skilled trades and occasional major repairs.

Responsibilities include routine boiler maintenance, fire-tighting, and monitoring alarms; you will work nights 12:00am-8:00am, Friday through Tuesday, with union eligibility and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heating boilers and ability to operate boilers and associated equipment.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination.
• Reading blueprints, plans, drawings, and electrical codes.

Responsibilities

• Periodically clean boilers inside and out, inspect for defects and disassemble/reassemble parts as needed.
• Maintain freeze protection system and respond to alarms; assist in power plant maintenance.
• Check boilers daily for proper functioning; perform minor repairs and replace worn parts.
• Overhaul solenoids, fans, and repair leaks in water and steam lines; assist in major repairs as directed.
• Read gauges, record information, and adjust controls to reach desired level.
• Change system fuel from gas to fuel oil when required; manage chemical treatment of boilers.

Skills

Boiler operation

Maintenance and repair

Blueprint literacy

Manual dexterity

Electrical/plumbing awareness

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hiring Department

Campus Facilities Management (CFM)

Learn more about our team here: https://www.umkc.edu/finadmin/campus-facilities/

Location: UMKC Volker and Health Sciences Campuses

Job Description

As a UMKC employee within the Boiler Operator position, you’llbelong to an engaged, diverse community and will get to interactand engage with faculty, staff, and students from a variety ofbackgrounds daily. UMKC offers many competitive benefits, includinghealth, dental, life and other insurance plans; a comprehensiveretirement program; and educational assistance and tuitionreduction programs for employees and their spouse/dependents. Youwill have an assorted amount of work as a boiler operator who isresponsible for covering both of our campus locations. You willhave the opportunity to broaden your skillsets with the CampusFacilities Department as you will work side by side with otherskilled trades such as HVAC, electrical and plumbing when needed.There is never a dull, typical day on campus as we have a widevariety of buildings within the realm of our residence halls Thisjob could be just the refreshing change and new opportunity you arelooking for, and we encourage you to apply and start a newadventure in your career.

Perform skilled work primarily involving maintenance, repair, andoperation of boilers and other equipment related to heating andcooling. Review is accomplished through occasional spot-checkingand observation of work for overall effectiveness. Functionalcontacts are limited primarily to co-workers with occasionalcontact with other University staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Periodically clean boilers inside and out, removing soot andother residue from floors, firesides, and boiler tubes, usingelectric tube cleaners, water hoses, and other hand tools. Inspectfor excessive scaling, cracks or other defects. Disassemble andreassemble such parts as necessary to facilitate cleaning of theboiler and its working parts. Take boiler off line preparatory tooverhaul and places boiler back online on completion of maintenanceand repair.
• Maintain freeze protection system. Maintain and properlyrespond to alarms from the automated system. May be required to evacuate a building in the event of a dangerous situationequipment, and painting floors, pipes, fixtures, and equipment inthe power plant.
• Check boilers on a day-to-day basis for proper functioning,detection of leaks or other problems, replaces or does minorrepairs on defective or damaged parts. Make routine repairs onboilers, related equipment, and power plant fixtures. Replacepacking, and some worn parts. Periodically overhaul solenoids,fans, and repairs leaks in water and steam lines and assist inmajor repairs as directed by your supervisor. Perform variouscleaning and maintenance duties such as sweeping, dusting,vacuuming, lubricating equipment, and painting floors, pipes,fixtures, and equipment in the power plant.
• May relieve or substitute for other positions performing allroutine duties regularly assigned to such positions, typicallyinvolving maintenance duties. Read and record information fromvarious gauges and instrumentation devices; manipulate controls toattain desired level.
• Must be able to change system from gas fuel to fuel oil whenrequired by the gas company. Maintain chemical treatment of boilersto keep boilers and pipes from deteriorating and as energyefficient as possible.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

12:00am-8:00am, Friday through Tuesday

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; demonstrated skills mayoffset this requirement.
• Knowledge of heating boilers with ability to operate boilersand associated equipment.
• Knowledge and skill in the maintenance and use of tools,equipment, and materials used for general buildingmaintenance.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, drawings, wiring diagrams,and electrical codes.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been establishedas $28.00 to $33.00 hourly.

Shift differential of $1.00 per hour for eligible shifts (seeHR-213 Shift Differential for more information)

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but notlimited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,skills, and experience, as well as organizationalrequirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: Salary Plan # GGS-F

University Title: BOILER MAINTENANCE OPERATOR

To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structureyou can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants candetermine their university title by accessing the Talent Profiletile in myHR

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled. All applications, bothinternal and external, will be accepted and reviewed upon receipt.

Note: This is a union-eligible position under Local 955. To beconsidered as a union bidder for this position you must:

• Be currently employed in union-eligible position under Local955
• Meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy
• Apply within the published, five-day posting period

Union Bid Period: September 29, 2026 to October 6, 2026

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urbancommunity with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and itsmodern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclecticgroup of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone.From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife,casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will haveno problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’sbiggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famousbarbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene foundthroughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizzajoints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all theaction. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary CountryClub Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch orafter-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods andeateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown nearUniversity Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s MercyHospital.

UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus andits people celebrate all the characteristics of the surroundingcommunity. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find moreresources, visit VisitKC.com.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parentalleave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for allfour UM System campuses.

For additional information on Universitybenefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity& Title IX at 816-235-6910.