Aquatics Center Maintenance Tech

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4175P

Home Org Name
Aquatics Center Athletics

Division Name
Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title
Aquatics Center Maintenance Tech

Job Class Code
NB01

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

The Aquatics Center Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general and preventative maintenance and daily building support of Martin Aquatics Center and Outdoor Training Pool. Responsible for maintaining water clarity, and chemical balance of all Aquatics Center pools. Provides event set-up and support for all competitions and functions.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?

• Auburn University was named a “Best in Alabama” employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
• Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
• Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

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Essential Functions

• Ensures safety and proper operations are maintained by providing preventative maintenance for Martin Aquatics Center and all of its entities, including but not limited to pool equipment, cleaning equipment, timing system equipment, minor HVAC equipment, lighting, and plumbing.
• Performs a variety of repairs on equipment and the facilities, including but not limited to pool equipment, timing system equipment, minor HVAC repairs, minor lighting repairs, minor plumbing repairs and audio/visual equipment.
• Ensures safety and proper operations are maintained for water levels, temperature, clarity and chemical balance for all Athletics Department pools.
• Provides event set-up, breakdown and equipment and building support for all Aquatics Center functions. Assists with event support in other Athletic Department facilities as needed.
• Assists with maintaining proper inventory of equipment, chemicals and maintenance supplies along with proper storage and documentation. Communicates, documents, and assists with ordering and purchasing all equipment, chemicals and supplies when needed.
• Assists with managing and receiving Aquatics Center shipments and deliveries. Stores items and chemicals in a timely manner in order to maintain and clean and safe loading area. Operates forklift for larger items as needed. Provides access to delivery drivers, contractors, vendors.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of experience OR
• Associate’s degree plus 1 year of experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree

Scope of Experience: Experience in pool or building/facility maintenance and water chemistry.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Basic physical and mental skills and abilities, including use of hand tools, power tools or other equipment and use of basic math or reading skills.
• Knowledge of special safety or regulatory procedures.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

• A valid Drivers License.
• Certified Pool Operator license ( must be obtained within 180 days of hire)

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$43,600 - $65,400

Job Category
Installation/Maintenance/Repair

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
No

Posting Date
01/08/2025

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

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/50607
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee
3. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have 3 years of experience in pool or building/facility maintenance and water chemistry OR have a degree to use in lieu of some years of experience?
   • Yes
   • No