Maintenance Lead Technician - West Lafayette, IN, United States - Purdue University

Description

Job Title:
Lead Maintenance Technician
Overview of Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician
Purdue University Northwest's Maintenance Department is seeking a Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician to join their team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Lead position is self-directed, provides functional supervision over 5 maintenance staff, and performs building maintenance work.

This position also supports functions such as mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, electrical, grounds, and building services.


Work Schedule:

Monday through Thursday from 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM and Friday 2:00pm – 10:30pm; Periodic overtime may be required to meet the needs of the department.

30 shift differential
Duties and Responsibilities of Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician
Monitors the quality of maintenance and repair work. Functionally directs and evaluates the performance of maintenance staff through periodic inspections and direct daily observation. Prepares daily schedules of routine and repetitive work requests for functionally supervised staff. Work is coordinated in conjunction with the Maintenance Manager as determined by business needs. Responds to service calls when dispatched via phone or work order management system. Inspects worksite to determine method of installation, tools, material and necessary equipment needed. Conducts periodic inspections of University Buildings and utilities systems. Ensures that planned preventative maintenance schedules and activities are completed. Assist management in monitoring and approving activities of contract personnel and services.
Assist with maintaining and servicing University piping and sanitary facilities, snow removal, and installing equipment as needed.
Benefits of Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician
Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
Ten paid holidays
University paid and matching contribution to retirement
University contribution to Health Savings Account –
Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our students and in our community.

We offer two campuses serving approximately 8,800 undergraduate and graduate students. At PNW, we value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate diversity.

You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.

Education of Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician
Experience of Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician
Five (5) consecutive years of documented work experience in maintaining multi-functional facilities.
One (1) year of documented functional supervision
Core Competencies of Lead Afternoon Maintenance Technician

Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize tasks in a self-directed work environment and maintain high levels of productivity while functionally supervising other employees, with frequent independent skilled work performed on building systems.

Possession of strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to handle all power tools, ladders, and other necessary power equipment as required.

Must have knowledge of standard practices and tools used in the maintenance and repair of building facilities, safety practices and procedures related to the building trades; Basic computer skills and the ability to navigate a database.

Valid driver's license with good driving record as determined by WL Risk Management via Motor Vehicle Records check.
climbing stairs and ladders up to 10ft high also included in workday.
must work overtime as needed.
All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.