Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Columbia, MO, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical education, enabling individuals to learn and earn simultaneously. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national mechanical trade employment is projected to grow by 11% from 2023 to 2033, with an average weekly wage of $802.71 in Columbia, MO. Apprentices in the area can expect to earn around $41.14 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $2,463. Educational pathways through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate access to apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential—often surpassing $72,710 annually for experienced professionals.
Shift: Day shift, 10 days on and 4 day off. Week 1: Tuesday - Saturday, 7am to 3:30pm. Week 2: Monday – Friday; 7am to 3:30pm. Department: Plant Engineering Compensation: • Base Pay Range: $22.04 - $30.09 per hour/per year, based on experience. • Shift Differential: Weekends is an extra $3 per hour. Union Bid Period: 4/14/25 to 4/18/25 ABOUT THE JOB MU Healthcare is looking for a dynamic and proactive individual to join our team as a Mechanical Plant Specialist! Your hands-on approach and technical finesse will be pivotal in maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, including boilers and cooling towers. If you're passionate about being at the forefront of healthcare infrastructure and want to be part of a dedicated team, apply now to embark on a journey where your skills meet innovation for the wellbeing of all. ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. 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 multiple 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 •
See More Details >>Hiring Department Plan, Design & Construction Job Description Nature of Work: • Provides professional engineering services to meet client requests/needs and to manage the day-to-day activities of other project team members. • Performs a variety of assignments and analyses that impact the Engineering Construction & Design function • Analyzes, reviews and designs construction plans, specifications, and equipment as needed • Solves routine to complex problems and provides solutions, recommendations, etc. • Analyzes potential solutions using experience, judgments and precedence, providing input and recommendations • Impacts the quality of own work and the work of others on the team, ensuring efficient workflows, productivity, etc. • Explains complex information to others, ensuring audience understanding • Provides project management on various multi-disciplinary projects ensuring compliance with contract documents and industry standards Key Responsibilities: • Confer with department representatives to determine and coordinate design criteria for completion of design drawings; advise concerning practical design and feasibility of design drawings for specific projects. • Collaborate with other Campus Facility and University stakeholders; understand and apply campus standards for building systems. Develop engineering designs, construction drawings and specifications to renovate existing building systems. • Prepare engineering studies and reports providing information necessary to develop long range facilities planning. • Plan, assign, and manage workload and activities of professional staff, provide assistance and instruction, assure accuracy and completeness, and code compliance; monitor design staff progress; with respect to adherence to schedules, hours, expended time on projects, and quality of over-all product. • Prepare engineering analysis of project including preliminary design, calculation, life-cycle cost and equipment selections for managing engineer's review. • Verify existing conditions; collect field information. • Perform mechanical engineering design, including but not limited to: heating and cooling load calculations, HVAC equipment selections, HVAC distribution design, hydronic/steam calculations and design, and plumbing design. • Prepare code-compliant engineering design drawings using university and industry standards. • Prepare technical construction specifications. • Exhibit proficiency with Auto Desk AutoCAD software • May review and seal project specifications and construction documents prepared by the technical staff. • Review and approve project cost estimates and schedules. • Manage bid process. • Review shop drawings and related construction submittals. • Perform contract administration tasks [such as field observations, submittal review, prepare responses to questions, supplemental instruction, etc.] • Conduct construction observations and punch lists. • Advise clients on the project scope, schedule, and budgetary constraints; understand interrelationship between these project components and how they affect project viability. • Exhibit understanding and ability to recommend construction/project costs and durations. • Exhibit proficiency with building codes, national standards, and guidelines as identified by the University System related to new construction and renovation of facilities. • Forecast project delivery requirements and required manpower resources. • Manage departmental staff time and project related costs including monthly invoicing procedures. Shift Hours are 7:30am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Licensure may be required. Preferred Qualifications • A bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering • Two years’ experience in engineering, personnel and project management • A valid driver's license which will allow the legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri is required. Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000 annually Grade: GGS-011 University Title: Engineer II Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Other Information At Planning, Design, and Construction, we are passionate about shaping the University of Missouri (MU) Columbia campus’ future by creating innovative, high-quality spaces that inspire and support the university's mission. We lead every phase of design and construction, from concept to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Whether it is new buildings, renovations, or infrastructure improvements, our expert team collaborates with campus stakeholders to bring visionary designs to life. With a blend of in-house design talent and industry-leading project and construction management, we are committed to building a campus that drives success and enhances the MU experience. Benefit Eligibility 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. 54798
See More Details >>Position: Manufacturing Technician Duration: 28 Apr 2025- 19 Dec 2025 (8 months Contract) Location: 1 in Columbia, MO some travel to El Paso, TX 30% travel 1 Lexington, KY supporting Oxford, OH, Nashville, TN 30% travel 1 in Seneca, SC some travel between the NC and SC onsite plants, Welcome, NC, Seneca, SC, Columbia, SC M-F 1st shift hours Responsibilities: Focused on shipping/packaging assembly, execution Manufacturing, preferably packaging experience, SAP knowledge inside a manufacturing plant Participate in the process and manufacturing teams to implement the NAM Primary Packaging Roadmap dictated by the PP/PS Sustainability Team. Conduct research and studies on which sustainable packaging products are best suited for implementation at the local site, including coordinating formalized testing at laboratories. Coordinate with manufacturing, process, SCH, procurement etc. on implementing new sustainable materials. Lead local team to ensure all aspects of project have been implemented. Physically assist with label changes, warehouse changes, workstation modifications, bin changes, etc. as needed per project Research and Procure new fixtures, tools, bins, work stations, etc as needed per project Conduct 3F and assist with FAIR reporting Provide hypercare for new sustainable materials that have been implemented, and continuously resolve issues with new implementations. Assist with reporting to PP/PS Sustainability team on project updates and completions. Conduct financial impacts per project, including cost analysis, cycle time analysis, etc. Assist with any XFMEA analysis that is required for each implementation. Assist with work instruction modifications. Document the technical and generic specifications of the packaging process including line layouts, station layouts, capacity and workload balancing, preferred component usage, etc… Ensure assembly process deliverables are aligned with global assembly process practices Coordinate and assist with equipment installations and validations, if required. Obtain plant acceptance and provide the final sign-off on tool and process for project deliverables while following the principles of Clients Performance System Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or similar 3+ years of experience in manufacturing and/or process engineering Experience with component replenishment / kanban / related material handling tasks Experience in a new product development environment or related stage gate process awareness Knowledge of verification and validation process / approvals process for new product development Proven ability to work successfully in a multicultural virtual environment across various functions (design engineering, purchasing, quality, marketing, finance, mfg operations and others) Motivated self-starter, who able to work autonomously in parallel on multiple projects Facilitator to drive problem solving and project management activities Preferred: 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and/or process engineering 5+ years of experience in packaging / shipping processes and related equipment. Experience in SAP production software Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $17.49 - $30.00 per hour Schedule: • Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
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