Lead HVAC Mechanic

Purdue University; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Ten paid vacation days

Tuition remission for family members

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic to ensure the operation and maintenance of campus HVAC systems. Responsibilities include overseeing repairs, training staff, and maintaining building systems. This role requires strong technical expertise and the ability to respond to emergencies during assigned shifts.

The ideal candidate will enjoy full benefits, including medical care, retirement contributions, and tuition remission for family members. Join us to support our university community.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Ability to perform tasks using the internet and database query tools.
• Must be able to respond to after-hour campus emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, inspections, maintenance, and installations of HVAC controls and related equipment.
• Provide training for new employees and supervise their work.
• Inspect buildings and perform basic maintenance functions.
• Ensure work is done to codes and university standards.
• Attend university required safety training to maintain certifications.

Skills

Technical expertise in HVAC

Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose

Good written and communication skills

Ability to lift and carry heavy weights

Education

Trade specific journeyman certificate or equivalent experience

Tools

Schneider Electric BAS

Various HVAC maintenance tools

Job description

The Central Heating and Cooling Department at Purdue University Northwest is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic to join our team. The Lead is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Campus HVAC and associated systems. Procure materials required to complete projects and maintain required stock to ensure adequate stock of critical items. Responds to operational emergencies as required on campus during assigned shifts. Coordinates repairs of campus systems with university community. Has technical expertise in the HVAC field.

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 6:00 am to 2:30pm

Subject to 24-hour callback for emergencies and needed coverage.

Duties and Responsibilities of Lead HVAC Mechanic

• Temperature Control – Repairs, Inspects, Maintains, and Installs HVAC controls and related equipment. Maintains heating and cooling systems, assists outside contractors as required. Uses the Schneider Electric BAS to troubleshoot and observe operational effectiveness.
• Supervision – Provides training for new employees as required, participates in the performance assessment process for employees they supervise, assigns work from the work order management system. Ensures all work orders are closed when work is completed. Prioritizes the work than is received on work requests.
• General Maintenance – Inspects buildings to perform assessment, performs basic functions for building maintenance, i.e., changing ballasts, repairing flush valves, disconnecting electric motors with regard to experience and safety. Supervises and assists other crafts when requested. Also to include temporary assignments, that may include snow removal or other duties as required by a need at the time as assigned by the supervisor in charge.
• Documentation – Receives the work requests and ensures that work is done in a workmanlike manner, and work is done to codes and university standards. Provides feedback to improve our P.M. system.
• Professional Development – Attends university required safety training either in person or online to maintain required certifications.

Benefits of Lead HVAC Mechanic

Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more.

Ten paid vacation days first year of employment.

Ten paid holidays.

University paid and matching contribution to retirement.

University contribution to Health Savings Account.

Plus, a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives.

Employee Wellness Programs.

Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus.

Core Competencies of Lead HVAC Mechanic

• Must have the ability to perform tasks using the internet, and database query tools.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license, must possess good written skills and be able to communicate with members of the university community.
• Trade specific journeyman certificate or equivalent experienced required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose and prepare a plan for a successful repair.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to respond to after hour campus emergency situations.
• Ability to read and write in English.

Additional Information

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an equal opportunity/equal access university.