Senior Plumber (West Lafayette, IN, US)

Purdue University

Salary: $48k - $67k
Experience: 4+ yrs
Location: West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Blueprints
Schematic reading
Calculations

About the role

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What You'll be Doing:

Provide plumbing construction and maintenance services for the Birck Nanotechnology Center, a highly specialized facility that supports advanced research. The building includes complex systems that distribute ultra-clean air and utilities, supported by sophisticated control and alarm systems to ensure safety and cleanliness.

Install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for heating, gas, air, water, and drainage in compliance with cleanroom standards. Inspect, evaluate, and oversee the fabrication of piping using a variety of materials, including galvanized, black iron, copper, stainless steel, glass, cast iron, ductile iron, duriron, clay, concrete, and aluminum. Read and interpret blueprints, perform calculations, and develop schematics for plumbing system installations and modifications.

Coordinate and provide guidance to other tradespeople as needed within the facility. Work may involve exposure to hazardous production materials (HPM), and strict adherence to safety protocols and cleanroom procedures is required at all times. Specialized training will be provided to support maintenance of these complex systems.

This role may also include performing plumbing work in other buildings within the assigned zone. Employees are required to carry a pager and be available for 24-hour callback in the event of system failures or emergencies.

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation ranges from $23.47 to $32.65 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

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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:

HS Diploma/GED
4 years of industrial plumbing

Skills Needed:

Must pass all applicable training required for performing maintenance within the Nano-Technology building and associated clean rooms, including but not limited to completing Birck training matrix and safety training
Strong oral and written communication skills and mechanical aptitude
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and interpret technical material necessary
Knowledge of the practices and procedures necessary to perform work in the Nano-
Knowledge of pipes, fittings and fixtures for heating, gas, air, water, and drainage systems necessary
Ability to successfully complete supervisory training courses supervisory courses as directed
Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets
Ability to read and interpret various types of blueprints and schematics a must
Exposed to adverse conditions such as electrical hazards, extreme cold and heat, confined spaces and working from heights
Personal protective equipment required during specific operations
Must be able to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally
Valid driver's license required
General knowledge of one or more skilled crafts preferred
Technology Building and clean rooms preferred

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 3
Pay Band: S060
Job Code: 20002954

Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

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