"Maintenance Mechanic"

Job Details

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4849P

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.

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.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Level I

• High school diploma or equivalent

Level II

• 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: Journeyman level experience in building maintenance, electrical repair, plumbing repair,carpentry, and/or trades.

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

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$18.40 - $30.63/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:
Alabama

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
10/21/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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. Please visit their website to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56485

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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 a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection?
   • Yes
   • No