Job Summary

As an Electronics Technician for the Operations and Maintenance Dept., you will:

• Assist/perform all installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of telecommunication systems. 
• This includes:  fiber-optic cable, data cable, video cable, microwaves, two-way radios/pagers, public address systems, security/fire alarm and various other electronic and control systems. Telephone cables and their associated equipment also included. 
• Assist/Perform with record keeping and help to determine the best method of installation of equipment and cable. 
• Help relocate existing data and telephone services as requested. 
• Overtime will be required as needed.
• Ability to work weekends and some evenings for Athletic Events. 

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

Required:

• High school diploma/GED required. 
• 1 – 2 years of experience in electronic installation, testing and maintenance of alarm systems and/or control systems including video and/or television. 

Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication skills required. 
• Mathematical calculation skills necessary. 
• Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets required. 
• Able to utilize electronic procurement system.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally required. 
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolds and work from height up to 100 feet. 
• Ability to work under a variety of conditions, such as confined space (tunnels, pits), heights and hot/cold conditions. 
• Required to work outdoors 30% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees.
• 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 
• Purdue University is an EO/EA University

Career Stream

• Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 1 (SK1)
• Pay Band S040
• Job Code# 20003333
• Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

FLSA Status