Maintenance Technician

Purdue University; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition through Purdue University Global

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Purdue University in Fort Wayne is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for their Student Housing division. This role involves performing preventive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of maintenance experience.

The successful applicant will receive an hourly pay of $18.50 and enjoy benefits such as free tuition for Purdue University Global and paid time off during winter recess.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of general building maintenance experience.
• Ability to work at various heights on ladder, bucket trucks, etc.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Respond to daily work orders and perform given tasks.
• Assist outside contractors with maintenance tasks.

Skills

Good mechanical ability

Ability to lift 50 to 80 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are currently seeking a full‑time and onsite Maintenance Technician in our Student Housing division. This position performs preventive maintenance on all Student Housing electrical, mechanical, building structure, plumbing, ventilation systems and components. The hourly pay is $18.50.

Responsibilities

• Respond to daily work orders and perform preventive maintenance that includes pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and moving 50 to 80 pounds occasionally.
• Clean heating and cooling coils.
• Install, repair, replace, and maintain door hardware, plumbing fixtures, and lighting fixtures.
• Reset breakers, replace fuses and motor fans.
• Assist outside contractors in locating facilities and equipment.
• Identify and diagnose problems with electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Assemble and install furniture, bulletin boards, etc.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and assist in logging equipment recordings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of general building maintenance experience.
• Good mechanical ability.
• The ability to move, lift, carry, push and pull 50 to 80 pounds occasionally.
• The ability to work at various heights on ladder, bucket trucks, etc.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Must be able to work an on‑call rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and preventive maintenance experience.
• Commercial or industrial experience.
• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December during winter recess.
• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A Motor Vehicle Records check is required for this position.
• A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer.