Multi‑Trade Facilities Crew Lead

Purdue University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Training & Growth

Job summary

Purdue University in Indianapolis is seeking a Multi-Craft Crew Chief to lead hands-on maintenance, oversee repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance across multiple trades to keep campus facilities reliable and safe. You will use blueprints and SAP to diagnose issues, prioritize workloads, and coordinate with campus partners to ensure project success.

This role requires 5+ years of craft experience, strong leadership and communication, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in Carpentry, Electrical, General Construction, Indoor Air Quality, Masonry, Plumbing/steam fitting, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal or Welding.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support maintenance personnel in completing work orders safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Perform and oversee repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance across multiple trades.
• Utilize blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, computer applications, and maintenance systems to diagnose and resolve facility issues.
• Assist with prioritizing workloads, troubleshooting complex maintenance challenges, and monitoring daily operations.
• Coordinate with vendors, engineers, contractors, administrators, and campus partners to ensure successful project completion.
• Identify and address safety concerns, implement corrective actions, and promote a safe work environment.
• Create, manage, and close work orders within SAP.
• Respond to emergency situations, including after‑hours call‑backs related to facility emergencies, fire, or vandalism.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal Written Communication

SAP

General Craft Knowledge

Computer Skills

Supervisory Training

Complex Calculations

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

College Coursework or Vocational/Technical School

Tools

SAP

Job description

Purdue University in Indianapolis is seeking a Multi-Craft Crew Chief to lead hands-on maintenance, oversee repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance across multiple trades to keep campus facilities reliable and safe. You will use blueprints and SAP to diagnose issues, prioritize workloads, and coordinate with campus partners to ensure project success.

This role requires 5+ years of craft experience, strong leadership and communication, and a valid driver's license.