Req Id: 42853
Job Title: Senior Energy Technician
City: West Lafayette
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What You'll be Doing:
Perform building and HVAC system commissioning for new construction, existing buildings, and retrofit projects across campus. Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), mechanical, and electrical systems to ensure they operate safely, efficiently, and as designed.
Use building automation systems (BAS), computers, meters, monitoring equipment, and diagnostic tools to identify system issues and verify performance. Perform functional testing, adjust controls, calibrate equipment, and document results to ensure optimal system operation and energy efficiency.
Follow established safety procedures and select the appropriate tools, instruments, and testing methods required for each assignment. Work closely with commissioning consultants, Central Shops, Zone Maintenance, Engineering, Utilities, and Construction teams to support the installation, startup, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical and HVAC systems.
Qualified Candidates Will Need:
- High School diploma/GED
- 4+ years of experience with heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in a university or industrial setting
- Knowledge of electrical control systems; heating, venting and air conditioning units; fan coil units; chilled water and steam distribution equipment; fume hoods and both mechanical, direct digital controls and pneumatics
- Ability to successfully complete module five and six of the Indoor Air Quality Apprenticeship program
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Purdue University is an EA/EO employer.
Posting Start Date: 6/30/26
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $34.34 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
