Overview

Property Management is seeking a TES Maintenance Mechanic to assist with Residence Hall Maintenance. This position exceeds the expectations of a typical employee. It is distinguished by the responsibility for a wide variety of both routine and non-routine assignments across multiple areas. Due to the nature of the environment, an elevated level of professionalism and interpersonal skills are required.

BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT

Compensation: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour for 20 – 40 hours of work per week
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (30-minute lunch)
Non-tangible Benefits: The opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals while developing leadership, problem-solving, crisis management, communication, organization, time management, and peer counseling skills

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
Assistance with special projects
Seasonal work
Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position involves frequent bending, standing, kneeling, climbing ladders, reaching below and above shoulders, and lifting heavy objects and equipment while performing job duties. Wrist, hand, and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

1. Inspections of Residence Hall rooms
2. Routine maintenance in Residence Halls including, but not limited to:

Replacing Bulbs
Replacing Ballasts
Replacing Batteries
Installing New fixtures
Mini Blind Replacement
Basic Plumbing Repairs
Furniture Repairs/Replacement
Window Repairs

3. Additional items may be assigned.

Qualifications

AU student employees are not eligible for TES.

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Organized
Works well with computer programs
Knowledgeable with some maintenance
Must be 19 years old to operate an AU vehicle

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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