Utility Distribution Worker III

Energy Management

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.

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday

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.

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.

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.

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

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.