Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

We are currently seeking a full-time and onsite Maintenance Mechanic 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. *experience will be accepted in lieu of education*
• 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.

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.

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