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Maintenance Mechanic

Auburn
$17.73 - $31.44 / hr
parental leave
United States, Alabama, Auburn
1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 15, 2025
Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S4193P
Home Org Name Property Management Scvs
Division Name Student Affairs
Position Title Maintenance Mechanic
Job Class Code ND45/ND46
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Join Our Team as a Maintenance Mechanic at Auburn University!
Are you a hands-on problem solver who thrives on making a difference? Auburn University's Property Management team is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support our vibrant campus community. This role is essential in ensuring our on-campus Residence Halls and Campus Dining facilities provide top-notch experiences for students.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?


  • Award-Winning Employer: Recognized by Forbes as one of Alabama's best employers, Auburn boasts an impressive average employee tenure of 10 years.

  • Work-Life Balance: From health benefits to tuition discounts and paid parental leave, Auburn is committed to supporting you and your family.

  • Impactful Work: Your efforts directly contribute to the comfort and success of Auburn students, faculty, and staff.

  • Dynamic Environment: Each day brings unique challenges and opportunities to make a difference.



Auburn: A Place to Call Home
Nestled between the mountains and the beach, Auburn combines small-town charm with big-city convenience. Whether you're new to the area or a lifelong fan, it's time to experience the spirit of Auburn firsthand.
Ready to put your skills to work and join a team that values your contributions? Apply now and become a vital part of Auburn University's mission to provide exceptional service and facilities!
Essential Functions

  • Performs inspections and routine maintenance, troubleshoots and repairs various building environmental systems and associated systems; including heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
  • Coordinates with supervisors to schedule repairs and maintenance needs.
  • Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains building plumbing systems including domestic hot and cold and sanitary sewer. Includes, but not limited to; replacing fixtures, repairing leaks, replacing piping, clearing drains.
  • Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains building electrical systems; including lights, devices, fan motors, and breakers.
  • Provides routine and scheduled maintenance such as replacing bulbs, ballasts, and batteries.
  • Performs basic carpentry tasks such as door repair and replacement, window repair and
  • replacement, furniture repair and replacement. Including, but not limited to; replacing locks and hinges, replacing balances and locks, replacing drawer glides and pulls.
  • May maintain indoor and outdoor surfaces in regards to painting structures and objects. Maintains professional appearance of the facilities extending service life through proper surface prevention and maintenance. May provide assistance in additional variations of building maintenance and repair including but not limited to; brick work, concrete, flooring, and general construction.
  • May provide assistance in additional variations of building maintenance and repair including but not limited to; brick work, concrete, flooring, and general construction.
  • Communicates and/or collaborates with coworkers and management to make repairs for routine and emergency repairs to ensure jobs are completed in a quality and timely manner.
  • May be required to enter occupied and unoccupied facilities to include, but not limited, to campus housing buildings, personal suites, university dining facilities, personal offices, and academic and administrative buildings depending on individual department and job requirements. Personal interaction between University housing residents, students, faculty, and staff both during and after normal working hours is required.
  • This position includes the above mentioned tasks, but is not limited to them. Additional relatedtasks could be requested as different situations arise.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Level I

  • High school diploma or equivalent


Level II
  • High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of journeyman level experience in building maintenance, electrical repair, plumbing repair, carpentry, and/or trades.
OR
  • Associate's degree plus 1 year of journeyman level experience in building maintenance, electrical repair, plumbing repair, carpentry, and/or trades.
OR
  • Bachelor's degree
Certification or Licensure Requirements:
Valid driver's license
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge and understanding of basic building maintenance and repair; including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry.
  • Basic knowledge of current building codes and practices, and OSHA standards.

Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
  • Valid Driver's License
Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $17.73- $31.44/hour
Job Category Installation/Maintenance/Repair
Working Hours if Non-Traditional 7:30-6:00pm
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., with one often to the point of being objectionable. Injuries may require professional treatment.
Posting Date 01/15/2025
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/ EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
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