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Indoor Air Quality Technician

Purdue University
Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/5/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Indoor Air Quality Technician position at Purdue University?

Job Description

Job Summary

As an Indoor Air Quality Technician for the Operations and Maintenance department, you will:

  • Serve as an Indoor Air Quality Technician (IAQ) Trainee.
  • Learn to support all Operations and Maintenance crafts including: the IAQ group, Central Shops, and Zones.
  • Must successfully learn and develop skills in the following areas: temperature control, mechanical system controls, direct digital controls, electric control systems, testing and balancing, and fume hood balancing.
  • Must be able to learn to perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting checks on all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
  • Overtime may be required.

About Us

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. Our campus is a place of unrivaled pride, where every team member plays a crucial role in supporting our mission of learning and discovery.

Required

What We Are Looking For

  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Ability to successfully complete Module one and two of the Indoor Air Quality Apprenticeship program within 24 months of employment in this position to be promoted to the next level (IAQT).

Preferred

  • One year experience in heating, ventilation and air conditioning control or other related area.

Helpful

  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and interpret technical material and be able to read and interpret various types of blueprints and control schematics.
  • Basic computer skills and a familiarity with word processors and spreadsheets.
  • Ability to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. or more occasionally.
  • Exposed to adverse conditions such as electrical hazards, extreme cold and heat, confined spaces and working from height.
  • Personal protective equipment required during specific operations.
  • A valid US or Canadian driver’s license.

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
  • Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

Career Stream

  • Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 1 (SK1)
  • Pay Band S045
  • Job Code# 20003365
  • Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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