What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Maintenance Technician position at Purdue University?
About the Company:
Purdue University in Indianapolis is an extension of Purdue’s world-renowned academic excellence, strategically located in the heart of Indiana’s capital. As the city’s new public research university, we are uniquely positioned to offer students the power of a Big Ten education in an urban setting rich with industry, opportunity, and cultural vibrancy.
Purdue in Indianapolis blends the strength of a land-grant institution with deep community partnerships and a forward-looking vision for education and innovation. Join us as we build a future-focused campus where ideas are cultivated, talent is developed, and progress is made—right here in Indianapolis.
About the Role:
Support Administrative Operations as we help to build a dynamic, future-focused campus, our Operations and Maintenance team plays a critical role in ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing university and help shape the foundation of our physical campus from the ground up.
The Building Maintenance Technician will oversee and manage third-party vendors performing contracted facility services while also handling minor maintenance tasks to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the buildings and their systems. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with a strong background in facility maintenance and vendor management. You will act as the primary point of contact for the facility vendors and ensure all services meet Purdue University standards, budgets, and timelines. This position performs a variety of repair and maintenance duties on building structures and systems for Operations and Maintenance. These activities include but are not limited to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, plastering, and locksmithing. Respond to and prioritize work orders. Troubleshoot to diagnose problems and determine repair or maintenance needs.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage third-party vendors performing contracted facility services
- Handle minor maintenance tasks to ensure efficient and safe building operation
- Act as primary point of contact for facility vendors
- Ensure all services meet Purdue University standards, budgets, and timelines
- Perform repair and maintenance duties on building structures and systems
- Respond to and prioritize work orders
- Troubleshoot to diagnose problems and determine repair or maintenance needs
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 4 years of related work experience.
Required Skills:
- Strong background in facility maintenance
- Vendor management experience
- Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, plastering, and locksmithing
- Ability to prioritize work orders
- Troubleshooting skills
Preferred Skills:
- Associate's degree in a related field
- Certifications in facility maintenance
- Experience working in an educational institution
Equal Opportunity Statement
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.
