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What You'll be Doing:
Learn and assist with the installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of refrigeration and heating/cooling equipment. Equipment includes, but is not limited to, gas- and oil-fired boilers, furnaces, stoves, ovens, incinerators, air conditioners, water coolers, refrigerators, freezers, cryostats, ice makers, and other temperature-controlled systems. Assist with routine preventative maintenance and maintain refrigerant records in compliance with EPA regulations and Indiana Code. Learn to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and manufacturer instructions.
This position is subject to 24-hour emergency call-back for situations such as equipment failure, fire, or vandalism. Overtime (scheduled or unscheduled) may be required to complete assigned tasks. Must adhere to Purdue University safety policies, procedures, and required training.
The typical work schedule for this position is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Apply Today!
Join a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus running smoothly and looking its best year-round, and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:
- Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave
- Retirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income
- Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.
- Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience
Qualified Candidates Will Need:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 0-1 years of experience working with Heating and Cooling equipment
Skills Needed:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Mathematical calculation skills
- Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets
- Ability to utilize electronic procurement system
- Ability to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally
- 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
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
Career Stream
- Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 1
- Pay Band: S045
- Job Code: 20002855
Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/
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