Lead Maintenance Technician

Purdue University; Westville (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Tuition remission

Paid vacation

Health savings account

Wellness programs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Purdue University Northwest seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician to join the facilities team at the Westville campus with travel to other PNW locations as needed. The role focuses on building envelope and all building systems, operating the central heating and cooling plant, and supervising maintenance staff.

Availability for emergencies is required. Compensation includes comprehensive benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in building system maintenance and repair in a commercial or institutional setting.
• Steam boiler experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance of buildings and troubleshooting of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Operate and assist in the central heating and cooling plant.
• Oversight of energy management system and scheduling of HVAC.
• Assist Maintenance Manager in assigning work orders and prioritizing work.
• Provide supervision in manager's absence and be available for emergency call outs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Mechanical systems

Plumbing systems

Job description

Purdue University Northwest is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to join their team. The Lead Maintenance Technician is primarily located at the Westville campus with travel to other PNW locations as needed. This position will be part of a team that maintains the building envelope and all systems within. Operate the central heating and cooling plant. Duties will include general maintenance of buildings, troubleshooting of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. Oversight of the energy management system and scheduling of the HVAC systems. The Lead position will also assist the Maintenance Manager in assigning work orders and prioritizing work. The Lead will also be the primary backup for the manager in their absence and provide functional supervision. Availability for emergency call outs is necessary.

Pay:

• $27.04/hour

Schedule:

Duties and Responsibilities of Lead Maintenance Technician

• General maintenance of buildings, troubleshooting of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Maintain, repair and replace building system components (e.g. HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.)
• Assist in operation of the central heating and cooling plant.
• Boiler and chiller water chemical treatment program.
• Seasonal cleaning and maintenance of boilers and chillers.
• Oversight of the energy management system and scheduling of the HVAC systems.
• Assist other staff with troubleshooting and completing repairs.
• Functional supervision of maintenance staff. Work order assignments and delegation.
• Perform other duties as assigned, such as assisting with snow removal or event setup.

Benefits of Lead Maintenance Technician

• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Tenpaid vacation days first year of employment
• Tenpaid holidays
• Universitypaid and matchingcontribution 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,yourspouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

Experience of Lead Maintenance Technician

• Experience in building system maintenance and repair in a commercial or institutional setting.
• Previous experience in an educational setting preferred.
• Steam boiler experience is a plus.

Core Competencies of Lead Maintenance Technician

• Troubleshooting and repair skills in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and controls systems.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with diverse constituencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of architectural plans and specifications are essential.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and work management systems.

Additional Information

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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.

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is an student-centered university that transforms lives through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement. Located in Northwest Indiana in the greater Chicago area and near the Indiana Dunes National Park, PNW serves approximately 9,000 students, including 6,000 core students, in a wide range of academic programs at the baccalaureate, master’s and applied doctoral levels.

Purdue Northwest employs more than 1,000 faculty and staff members for operations at its main campus in Hammond, Ind., and its branch campus in Westville, Ind., plus additional sites in Northwest Indiana including the Gabis Arboretum near Valparaiso, Ind. PNW’s values reflect the university’s commitment to respect, innovation, a student-centric university, and excellence.

PNW is consistently ranked among the best public regional universities in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Colleges report and is recognized as a First Scholars institution as well an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University. With its vision to cultivate leaders, inspire excellence, and impact our world, PNW advances the socioeconomic mobility of its students and positively impacts regional development.