Job Description
Req Id:  37709
Job Title:  Crew Chief Zones, Multi Craft
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Join Our Team as a Multi-Craft Crew Chief at Purdue University.

At Purdue University, we're seeking a skilled and experienced Multi-Craft Crew Chief to join our dynamic facilities team. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to our legacy of innovation and impact while being part of a community that values unrivaled pride and unlimited potential.

 

Through the general direction of a supervisor, the duties of the Multi-Craft Crew Chief include but are not limited to:

  • Performing and supervising the repair, installation, and preventative maintenance of university property utilizing a strong knowledge of blueprints, schematics, computers programs, technical manuals and catalogs.  
  • The Crew Chief must work with vendors, engineers, co-workers, and other administrators as necessary in the performance of duties.  
  • Assist Supervision in prioritizing and monitoring activities of personnel and functions.  
  • Assist personnel in troubleshooting and completion of work orders in a timely manner.  
  • Take appropriate action to correct material and personnel bottlenecks including communications to vendors and expeditors.  
  • Identify and correct both personnel and equipment safety issues and advise Supervision of corrective action taken to prevent reoccurrences.  
  • Create, print, and close SAP work orders.  
  • The Multi-Craft Crew Chief is subject to 24-hour call back for emergencies, fire, and vandalism.

 

Why Purdue?

At Purdue, you'll find staying power and star power. Our community is built on collaboration, offering global perspectives and endless opportunities to live, learn, and grow. As part of the Boilermaker family, you'll experience a tight-knit community that values shared experiences and fosters excellence.

 

Take Action:

Be part of a university that's on a path together—where your story becomes part of our story of innovation and impact. Join us in shaping the future and making a difference. Apply now and discover how you can contribute to Purdue's legacy while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience:

Qualified candidates will need:

  • High School diploma/GED required.  
  • College coursework or Vocational/Technical school preferred.  
  • Five or more years of experience in either Carpentry, Electrical, General Construction, Indoor Air Quality, Masonry, Plumbing and/or steam fitting, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal or Welding.

 

Skills needed:

  • Demonstrated leadership skills required.  
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.  
  • Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations required.  
  • Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets required.  
  • Must have general craft knowledge including but not limited to Carpentry, Electrical, General Construction, Indoor Air Quality, Masonry, Plumbing and/or steam fitting, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal or Welding.  
  • Ability to successfully complete supervisory training courses.  
  • Must be able to learn and work with SAP.  
  • Valid driver's license required.

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 

 

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.

Career Stream

  • Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 4 (SK4)
  • Pay Band S060
  • Job Code# 20003384
  • Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

 

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

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt
Posting Start Date:  6/17/25