TAB Technician I

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri Energy Management seeks a TAB Technician I to perform entry level testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) of HVAC systems on campus. You will collect data, enter TAB forms, and assist with inspections of construction to ensure proper installation for TAB work.

The role emphasizes safety, data accuracy, and adherence to procedures, with opportunities to progress through TAB training and advancement within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and related experience required.
• Five years HVAC trade experience and training, including apprenticeship or vocational training.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, schematics and drawings.
• Skilled in maintenance and use of TAB tools and equipment.
• Must pass a written test and skills assessment for the trade.
• Must follow safety procedures and work safely.
• May require overtime and a valid Missouri driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collect HVAC equipment nameplate data.
• Enter data into TAB forms.
• Inspect construction to ensure equipment and devices are installed per design for TAB work.
• Notify supervisor of unresolved construction deficiencies.
• Measure air and water, calibrate devices, adjust dampers and valves.
• Safely use, maintain and store TAB tools and equipment.
• Follow safety and maintenance policies.
• Complete training for TAB Technician II.

Skills

Safety procedures

Blueprint interpretation

HVAC maintenance

TAB equipment use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or vocational training

Job description

Hiring Department

Energy Management.

Job Description

Powering Mizzou’s Future

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

Beyond providing utility services to the campus, Energy Managementalso installs and manages cutting-edge Building AutomationSystems that optimize energy consumption across the university.Building Automation systems include HVAC Controls, LightingControls, Electronic Locking, Keycard Access, and Security CameraSystems.

Our mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and resilientutility services that empower the University to excel in itsacademic and research goals.

If you are passionate about energy, innovation, andresiliency, join a team that keeps Mizzou running — andthriving.

Position: TAB Technician I

Nature and Level of Work:

Perform entry level TAB Technician work for testing, adjusting, andbalancing (TAB) of Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning(HVAC) Systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with collecting HVAC equipment nameplate data.

Assist with entering data into computerized TAB forms.

Assist with inspection of building construction to determine ifequipment and devices are installed per the design allowing TABwork to be performed.

Notify the supervisor of any unresolved deficiencies inconstruction.

Assist with air and water measurements, calibration of devices, andadjusting dampers, valves and motor speeds.

Properly and safely use, clean, operate, store and maintain toolsand TAB equipment.

Follow all safety and maintenance policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Work toward successfully completing all Skills Category trainingcourses and tests for TAB Technician II.

Shift

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM / Monday-Friday.

Minimum Qualifications

Personnel in the TAB Technician employee development program:

• This classification is a promotion step from a TAB Technician IIclassification after successful completion of skill assessments andnecessary experience. The minimum time a person must spend in theTAB Technician II classification is 2 years to qualify for thisclassification.

All personnel:

• High school diploma or a combination of education and experiencefrom which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired isnecessary.
• Five years actual work experience and training, including theequivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training, in thetrade.
• Must pass a written test and skills assessment related to thespecific trade being performed.
• Must have ability to follow safety procedures and worksafely.
• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans,schematics and drawings.
• Must be skilled in maintenance and use of tools, equipment andmaterials associated with the TAB of HVAC systems.
• A person working in this classification will need, on a dailybasis, to be able to:
  • Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, and otherwise use small to largetrades tools and equipment.
  • Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (80 lbs.).
  • Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, and otherwise moveequipment, controls, parts, etc.
  • Climb and work from ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
  • Wear appropriate PPE while accomplishing assigned tasks.
• May be required to work occasional overtime, includingweekends.
• May be required to possess a valid driver’s license, which willallow legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State ofMissouri.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with commercial HVAC maintenance, controls,commissioning or TAB is preferred. Must be able to work fromladders and mobile elevated work platforms.

A valid driver’s license which will allow the legal operation of amotor vehicle in the State of Missouri is required

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.90 per hour

Grade: GGS E

University Title: TAB Technician III.

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

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Other Information

The internal union bid period for this position ended on 9/18.All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome toapply.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this positionyou must:

• complete ALL sections of the application (including all work experience - incomplete applications will notbe 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 onthe information you provide on your job application. Once the jobposting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submitadditional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore,you need to ensure that your application materials are completewhen submitted.

Union Bid Period: 9/11/2026 - 9/17/2026

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features anda high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, itslocation also makes it an attractive spot for businesses andtravelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbiais right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couplehours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is BooneCounty’s largest population center offering big-city culture,activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia ishome to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hostsmore than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow yourcareer, continue your education, raise a family, and retire,Columbia is a good place to be!

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 Director ofAccessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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