<p>Req Id: 36727</p> <p>Job Title: Senior Service Maintenance Worker</p> <p>City: West Lafayette</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Serve as a member of the indoor service/maintenance staff for Recreation and Wellness. This position assists with the upkeep of over 470,000 sq ft of indoor recreational sports facilities. Perform basic preventative maintenance and repairs on the buildings and all commercial fitness equipment. Diagnose and fix issues throughout the facilities. Assist without outdoor maintenance, as needed.</p> <p>Who We Are at Purdue University:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>What We're Looking For:</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma/GED </li><li>A minimum of four (4) years of experience in a maintenance or trade position </li></ul> <p>Skills needed:</p> <ul> <li>General knowledge and experience using power tools </li><li>Working knowledge of fitness equipment </li><li>Must be able to perform manual work for extended periods of time and be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds. </li><li>Must be able to work independently as part of a team, adaptively and exercise good judgment/problem solving. </li><li>Must be able to communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors, and patrons. </li><li>Must be able to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions, and have the ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics and blueprints. </li><li>Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues. </li><li>Proficient use Microsoft Office. </li><li>Basic understanding of iPad usage. </li><li>Ability to communicate in a team environment. </li></ul> <p>What is helpful:</p> <ul> <li>Degree in Business, Management, Organizational and Leadership </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf </li><li>Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position </li><li>A background check will be required for employment in this position </li><li>FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime) </li><li>Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan </li><li>Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. </li></ul> <p>Who We Are:</p> <ul> <li>Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture. </li></ul> <p>EOE / AA:</p> <ul> <li>Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply </li></ul> <p>Education</p> <p>Typically requires a high school diploma/GED</p> <p>Experience</p> <p>Minimum of 4 years of experience</p> <p>FLSA Status</p> <p>Non-Exempt</p> <p>Apply now</p> <p>Posting Start Date: 5/6/25</p>