HVAC Technician - Campus Facilities Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reduction

Job summary

University of Missouri-Kansas City is seeking an HVAC Technician to maintain and repair campus buildings. You will work with skilled trades, supporting hot water, steam heating, and chilled water cooling systems while ensuring safe, reliable operation.

The role requires five years of trade experience and a high school diploma or equivalent, with valid driver's license. The position offers competitive benefits, including health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance for

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; five years’ actual work experience and training, including the equivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training, in the trade.
• Knowledge and skill in the maintenance and use of tools, equipment, and materials used for general building maintenance.
• Manual dexterity and physical coordination.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical codes.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain HVAC systems, including hot water and steam heating systems and chilled water-cooling systems. Utilize testing equipment to check controls and to balance airflow. Install and change bearings, shafts, belts, and filters.
• Perform maintenance/repair on pneumatic, electrical, and electronic control systems and prepare documentation required to make our preventive maintenance program effective.
• Assist with any HVAC repairs including floods due to broken equipment as needed
• Locate parts and prepare requests for purchase of parts and equipment; provide input as to recommended equipment purchases for consistency in maintenance and repair.
• Clean area upon completion; return materials and equipment and restore area to original state.
• Clean, maintain, safely operate, and properly store all tools and equipment.
• Observe and enforce all safety requirements related to equipment operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Physical coordination

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or vocational training

Job description

Hiring Department

Campus Facilities Management (CFM)

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

LOCATION(s): UMKC Health Sciences Campus

Job Description

As a UMKC employee within the HVAC Technician 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 an HVAC technician, and youwill have the opportunity to broaden your skillsets with the CampusFacilities Department as you will work side by side with otherskilled trades such as electrical and plumbing when needed. Thereis never a dull, typical day on campus as we have a wide variety ofbuildings within the realm of the Volker campus. This job could bejust the refreshing change and new opportunity you are looking for,and we encourage you to apply and start a new adventure in yourcareer.

Provide skilled HVAC maintenance and repair for buildings, including permanent and moveable equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain HVAC systems, including hot waterand steam heating systems and chilled water-cooling systems.Utilize testing equipment to check controls and to balance airflow. Install and change bearings, shafts, belts, and filters.Perform sheet-metal work and duct and diffuser installation.Operate and maintain centrifugal chillers and steam absorptionchillers.
• Perform maintenance/repair on pneumatic, electrical, andelectronic control systems and prepare documentation required tomake our preventive maintenance program effective.
• Assist with any HVAC repairs including floods due to brokenequipment as needed
• Locate parts and prepare requests for purchase of parts andequipment; provide input as to recommended equipment purchases forconsistency in maintenance and repair.
• Clean area upon completion; return materials and equipment andrestore area to original state.
• Clean, maintain, safely operate, and properly store all toolsand equipment.
• Observe and enforce all safety requirements related toequipment operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

• 7:30am – 4:00pm, Monday through Friday
• Occasional nights and weekends may be required, as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; five years’ actual workexperience and training, including the equivalent of apprenticeshipor vocational training, in the trade.
• 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 established as $28.00 to $33.00 hourly.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring incentive (see HR-104Hiring Incentives for Faculty and Staff).

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

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: GGS-F

University Title: MTS HVAC

To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Deadline

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

Note: This is a union-eligible position under Local 955. To be considered 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: November 5, 2026 to November 13, 2026

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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 University benefits, 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.