Construction Technician
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Auburn, Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Jul 24, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Vocational & Technical Fields, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Facilities, Auxiliary Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S3799P
Home Org Name
Heavy Construction
Division Name
VP, Facilities Management
Position Title
Construction Technician
Job Class Code
ND39/ND40
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Do you have roofing experience along with other construction and maintenance experience? If so, this job might be the one for you!
Auburn University Facilities Management seeks a Construction Tech to join the team! This individual supports the construction, repair, and maintenance of Auburn University buildings, streets, sidewalks, and property. Assists in tasks for new construction, renovation, and/or maintenance projects on university buildings and property. May focus in one of the following areas: in house construction, infrastructure, or roofing.
About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn .
It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!
Essential Functions
Level I:
- Assists in a variety of carpentry tasks and installations including, but not limited to, layout, foundations, form carpentry, framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, windows, doors and door jams, siding, and roofs in university buildings and structures throughout campus.
- Performs excavation and demolition work as needed for renovation and construction projects.
- Operates motorized equipment including backhoes, forklifts, skid steers, truck/trailer combinations, dump trucks, motor cranes, front-end loaders, man lifts, and other heavy equipment.
- Maintains roofs and ceilings throughout campus. Performs minor repairs to various types of roofing systems to prevent or correct leaks and damage from penetrations in roofs.
- Prepares and paints all manner of surfaces including, but not limited to, masonry walls, sheetrock, external surfaces, and floors. Performs installation or maintenance preparation of surfaces for paint and finishes.
- Assists in the set up and removal of barricades, fences, and other dividers across campus.
- Assists in the patching of holes, cracks, and other surface problems in university streets. Prepares, fills, and packs potholes on roads and streets around campus.
- Assists in forming, pouring, and finishing cement structures; lays bricks and blocks on and around structures.
- May be given the responsibility of individual project completion, seeing to its logistics, cleanliness, completion, and some client interactions.
- May perform demolition of structures, portions of structure, walls, sidewalks or other related building systems. May pressure wash roofs, buildings, and sidewalks on campus.
- May be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the department’s training and credentialing requirements.
- May perform other related duties as assigned.
- Performs and leads a variety of carpentry tasks and installations including, but not limited to, layout, foundations, form carpentry, framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, windows, doors and door jams, siding, and roofs in university buildings and structures throughout campus.
- Demonstrates knowledge of multiple methods for maintaining roofs and ceilings throughout campus. Plans, schedules, and leads minor repairs of various types of roofing systems to prevent or correct leaks and damage from penetrations in roofs.
- Forms, pours, and finishes cement structures; lays bricks and blocks on and around structures. Responsible for form building and installation, concrete finish work, and site layout and measurement.
- Assists in the set up and removal of barricades, fences, and other dividers across campus. May pressure wash roofs, buildings, and sidewalks on campus.
- Operates motorized equipment including backhoes, forklifts, skid steers, truck/trailer combinations, dump trucks, motor cranes, front-end loaders, man lifts, and other heavy equipment.
- Plans, schedules, and leads excavation and demolition work as needed for renovation and construction projects.
- Leads, prepares, and paints all manner of surfaces including, but not limited to, masonry walls, sheetrock, external surfaces, and floors. Performs installation or maintenance preparation of surfaces for paint and finishes.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the proper demolition of structures, portions of structure, walls, sidewalks, or other related building systems. May lead team in performing this duty.
- Plans, schedules, and executes patching of holes, cracks, and other surface problems in university streets. Demonstrates knowledge of the proper materials and methods used in patching.
- Responsible for individual project completion, seeing to its logistics, cleanliness, completion, and client support.
- May be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the department’s training and credentialing requirements. (https://aub.ie/trainingpolicy)
- May perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Level I
- High school diploma or equivalent
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in carpentry, roofing, road repair, and/or concrete forming and finishing.
OR
- Bachelor’s degree
To be considered for Level II, finalist candidates will be required to produce documentation that verifies training and/or certification hours.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Level I:
- Basic knowledge of construction, infrastructure, and/or roofing techniques and principles
- Ability to operate machinery and vehicles and use basic hand tools
- Ability to adhere to all safe work practices and standards
- Ability to learn and progress in the field
- Knowledge of the proper methods, materials, and equipment to apply to each situation
- Knowledge of best safety principles and practices
- Ability to apply advanced skills and knowledge in area of focus
- Ability to effectively lead others and manage projects
- Ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines
- Client relationship management skills
Minimum License and Certifications
- Valid Driver’s License
Desired Qualifications
- Masonry techniques
- Forming and finishing concreate
- Asphalt road repair
- Carpentry skills
Salary Range
$15.38-$25.63/hour
Job Category
Facilities/Skills Trades
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
07/24/2024
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
Only completed applications will be considered, so please provide all requested information in each section. This should include all employment history and required application documents.
If required, be sure to attach cover letter and resume.
Please include a copy of any required or relevant certifications/licenses in the “Other Documents” section.
Please answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
Reference providers should be individuals who can attest to your qualifications for a position. Examples include supervisors, coworkers, and professors. Personal References will not be accepted.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/47033
Documents Needed to Apply
Required DocumentsOptional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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