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Req Id:  34276
Job Title:  Heating & Cooling Mechanic
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Heating & Cooling Mechanic for the Operations and Maintenance Dept., you will:

  • Perform installation, preventative maintenance trouble shooting and repair of all associated refrigeration and heating/cooling equipment such as, but not limited to; gas and oil fired boilers, furnaces, stoves, ovens, incinerators ,air conditioners, water coolers, refrigerators, freezers, cryostats and other temperature-controlled units, ice-makers, and all other types of refrigeration units, etc.
  • Perform regular preventative maintenance, refrigerant record keeping in accordance with EPA standards and Indiana Code.
  • Read blueprints, schematics, manufacturer instructions and guidelines. 
  • Position is subject to 24-hour call back for emergencies, fire, and vandalism and after hours pager rotation. 
  • Overtime, scheduled or unscheduled may be required to accomplish tasks. 
  • May require working in adverse weather conditions, confined spaces and heights. 
  • Must adhere to Purdue University safety policies, procedures and training.   

 

Take action now and become part of Purdue's story of excellence in research, education, and campus maintenance. Apply today to join our team and help shape the future of our university's environment. Your role will be crucial in maintaining the spaces where breakthroughs happen, supporting Purdue's $600 million research enterprise through your dedication to cleanliness and safety.

 

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

Note: This position represents a dual-level posting and will be filled as an Associate Heating & Cooling Mechanic (SK1) or a Heating and Cooling Mechanic (SK2).  The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate.

 

Associate Heating & Cooling Mechanic (SK1):

Required:

  • High school diploma/GED

 

Helpful:

  • 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.

 

Heating & Cooling Mechanic (SK2):

Required:

  • High school diploma/GED
  • Three years of experience with Heating and Cooling equipment.

 

Helpful:

  • SK1 skills plus:
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manufacturer instructions and guidelines  
  • Industrial, commercial and/or residential heating and cooling and refrigeration experience  

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

OR

 

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt
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Posting Start Date:  9/8/25