Job Summary
Preventative Maintenance is excited to begin the search for a 2nd shift Maintenance Mechanic! The hours for this position will be from 3 : 30pm 12 : 00am.
This individual will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout campus.
A 10% shift differential will be paid for all hours of a regularly assigned evening or night shift provided the employee actually works four hours or more between the hours of 3 : 00 and 7 : 00
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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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!
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Essential Functions Level I :
May work independently or with other team members as needed to perform inspections and routine maintenance, troubleshoot and repair various building environmental systems and associated systems;
including heating, cooling and ventilation systems. Coordinates with supervisors to schedule repairs and maintenance needs.
May work independently or with other team members as needed to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building plumbing systems including domestic hot and cold and sanitary sewer.
Includes, but not limited to; replacing fixtures, repairing leaks, replacing piping, clearing drains.
May work independently or with other team members as needed to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building electrical systems including but not limited to;
lights, devices, fan motors, and breakers. Provides routine and scheduled maintenance such as replacing bulbs, ballasts, and batteries.
May work independently or with other team members as needed to perform 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 work independently or with other team members as needed to 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 including but not limited to;
cleaning, pressure washing, painting, and material repair and replacement.
- 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.
May assist in furniture removal, installation, relocation and setup.
Level II :
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 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.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Level I- High school diploma
Level II- High school diploma plus 3 years of journeyman level experience in building maintenance, electrical repair, plumbing repair, carpentry, and / or trades
Substations allowed for Experience :
Degrees accepted in lieu of experience, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience. 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.
- Ability to read, write, and preform basic math skills.
- The ability to correctly and safely use common hand and power tools.
Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications
- Valid Driver’s License
- Certifications such as EPA Card and NATE Certification may be required after starting position for level two
Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications
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