Job Summary
Evening Building Support Specialist
Purdue University -Indianapolis Campus
Purdue University is looking for an Evening Building Support Specialist to help maintain the safe, functional, and welcoming spaces that make our vibrant campus work for students, faculty, and visitors alike.
In this role, you will take ownership of evening building operations—overseeing safety compliance, coordinating campus service needs, and delivering high-quality customer support within assigned buildings. You will serve as the central liaison between building occupants and service units such as Facilities Operations, Safety and Security, and Environmental Health and Safety. Through clear communication and responsive action, you will help ensure our facilities operate smoothly and safely during evening hours.
Your work contributes to Purdue’s mission of advancing learning, discovery, and engagement by creating an environment where every member of our community can thrive. You will play a key role in both proactive planning and real-time problem solving, fostering strong connections across departments while promoting operational excellence and care for the campus experience.
At Purdue, you’ll be part of a community that values growth, collaboration, and impact. Here, your efforts contribute directly to a campus designed for innovation and belonging.
This position will start as an evening shift role, Monday – Friday, 2pm – 10pm, during the training period. Once training is completed, this position will shift to include weekends.
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.
What We're Looking For
Education and Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered
Preferred:
- Experience working in a university or large institutional setting preferred but not required
Skills Needed:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact professionally with diverse building occupants and service teams
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to building needs
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills for tracking work orders, inspections, and communications
- Basic understanding of building safety standards, OSHA compliance, and emergency preparedness
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort using digital tools for reporting and communication
- Ability to work independently while coordinating with cross-functional teams
- Commitment to excellent customer service and continuous improvement of the campus environment
Additional Information:
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Professional 1
- Pay Band S055
- Job Code #20002067
Career pathmaker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
The anticipated annual salary for this position is $50,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.
Who We Are
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Purdue University is an EOE employer.