Job Description
Req Id:
38655
Job Title:
Maintenance Mechanic- Operations & Maintenance
City:
Fort Wayne
Job Description:
Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:
We are currently seeking a three full-time, onsite Maintenance Mechanics in our Operations and Maintenance division. This position performs general maintenance and repairs buildings and equipment. The hourly pay is $18.50.
Responsibilities:
- Respond to and prioritize daily work orders from campus service requests that are submitted.
- Repair and replace plumbing fixtures including faucets, urinals, etc.
- Repair, replace, and install lighting fixtures, bulbs, etc.
- Convert lighting fixtures to LED.
- Repair, lubricate, and adjust door hardware, hinges, closures, etc.
- Hang, mount, and fasten items, equipment, furniture, etc.
- Diagnose and investigate leaks.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks on building equipment.
- Daily walk through of assigned building(s) and mechanical spaces.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- A High School Diploma or GED. *experience will be considered in lieu of education*
- 3 years of general building maintenance experience.
- Good mechanical aptitude.
- The ability to move, lift, carry, push and pull 25 to 50 pounds frequently, up to 60 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.
- Rotating weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and preventive maintenance experience.
- Commercial or industrial experience.
Benefits:
- 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.
- Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/
Additional Information:
- 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.
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Posting Start Date:
8/27/25