Facilities HVAC Supervisor

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 57,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement options

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

MU Health Care seeks an experienced HVAC leader focused on reliability, safety, and patient‑centered environments. A hands‑on problem solver who thrives in a fast‑paced setting, you will mentor staff and drive continuous improvement.

You will oversee large construction projects, manage scheduling and inventory, and ensure regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of safety and service across our campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four (4) years of experience in all phases of skills trade installation, repair, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of principles and techniques of the skilled trade and apply tools and equipment to perform duties.
• Assist in interviewing, selecting, and counseling staff in the Engineering Services and/or Planning, Design, and Construction Departments by MU Health Care standards.
• Participate in design and oversight of large construction/renovation projects system-wide involving the assigned trades.
• Monitor operations and establish guidelines and maintenance schedules meeting regulatory requirements.
• Plan, assign, and distribute work to staff; supervise attendance and time off.
• Order parts and equipment; maintain inventory records and requisitions; keep areas clean and maintained.
• Develop and maintain staffing schedules to ensure unit coverage and continuity of care.
• Monitor time and attendance aligning with MU Health Care policies; ensure payroll accuracy.
• May complete department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship completion

Job description

Shift:Monday – Friday salaried role, 8am to 4:30pm

Work Arrangement:On-Site

Department: Engineering Admin & Support

Facility: University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO

Compensation:

• Base Pay Range: $56,597 to $89,419 per year based on experience.

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for an experienced HVAC leader who is passionate about reliability, teamwork, and creating safe, comfortable environments that support exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced setting, leads with accountability, and takes pride in developing and mentoring others. We're seeking a professional who embraces innovation, drives continuous improvement, and remains calm and decisive when facing complex challenges. In this role, you'll help ensure critical building systems operate at their best while fostering a culture of safety, service, and excellence. Join MU Health Care and make a lasting impact on the spaces where life‑changing care happens every day.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard‑working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, 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 seven 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 ten 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. Use bullet points for each new responsibility.

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.