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 |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| 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.
Level II:
- 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.
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Level I
- High school diploma or equivalent
Level II
- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in carpentry, roofing, road repair, and/or concrete forming and finishing.
OR
Licenses & Certifications:
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
Level II:
- 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
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
- Masonry techniques
- Forming and finishing concreate
- Asphalt road repair
- Carpentry skills
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$15.38-$25.63/hour |
| Job Category |
Facilities/Skills Trades |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
07/24/2024 |
| Closing Date |
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| 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 |
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Auburn
$15.38 - $25.63 / hr
Nov 18, 2024