Service Maintenance Worker

Req Id: 37455

Job Title: Service Maintenance Worker

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

As a Service Maintenance Worker for the Operations and Maintenance Dept., you will:

Perform a variety of repair and maintenance duties on building structures and systems.

These activities include but are not limited to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, plastering, and locksmithing.

Respond to and prioritize work orders.

Troubleshoot to diagnose problems and determine repair or maintenance needs.

About Us:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation. Our campus is a place of unrivaled pride, where every team member plays a crucial role in supporting our mission of learning and discovery.

What We Are Looking For

Note: This position represents a dual-level posting and will be filled as an Associate Service Maintenance Worker (S1) or a Service Maintenance Worker (S2). The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate.

Associate Service Maintenance Worker Day (S1):

Required:

High school diploma/GED

Helpful:

General maintenance work experience

Proficiency in one or more of the following: basic plumbing, carpentry, electricity, painting, plastering and locksmith fields

Mechanical aptitude and leadership skills

Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics and written and verbal instructions

Basic math functions

Competencies for this position are work standards and productivity, communication, interpersonal and intercultural relations, decision making, and dependability; may include financial, coaching, delegation, and planning

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and coworkers, and customers

Ability to lift and move up to 60 pounds, climb ladders, and stand, walk or stoop extensively

Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds

A valid US or Canadian drivers' license

Preferred:

Familiarity with University policies regarding building maintenance and security

Service Maintenance Worker Day (S2):

Required:

High school diploma/GED

Three years of general maintenance work experience

Proficiency in one or more of the following: basic plumbing, carpentry, electricity, painting, plastering and locksmith fields

Mechanical aptitude skills

Leadership skills

Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics

Competences for this position are work standards and productivity, communication, interpersonal and intercultural relations, decision making, and dependability; may include financial, coaching, delegation, and planning

Good written and verbal communication skills

Will perform basic math functions

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and coworkers, and customers

Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds

Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds, climb ladders, and stand, walk, or stoop extensively

A valid US or Canadian drivers' license

Preferred:

Familiarity with University policies regarding building maintenance and security

What We'd Like You To Know

To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

A background check will be required for employment in this position

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 1 (S1)

Pay Band S030

Job Code# 20003377

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines:

OR

Administrative and Operational Support 2 (S2)

Pay Band S040

Job Code# 20003378

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines:

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt