"TES Facilities Assistant - Summer 2026"

TES Facilities Assistant - Summer 2026

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Maintenance and Trades

Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: USD $10.00/Hr. - USD $12.50/Hr.

Locations: Auburn University, Alabama

Job Type: Temporary

Department: Property Management Scvs

Associated Division: SVP for Student Affairs

Req ID: 8141

Overview

Property Management Services at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a TES Facilities Assistant to assist with inspection and maintenance projects within the residence halls' interior and exterior to ensure facilities are properly maintained to meet Auburn Property Management standards. Assist management in identifying areas of improvement, project planning and preparation, and inventory management.

This position exceeds the expectations of a typical employee. It is distinguished by the responsibility for a wide variety of both routine and non-routine assignments across multiple areas. Due to the nature of the environment, an elevated level of professionalism and interpersonal skills are required.

BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Compensation: $10.00 - $12.50 per hour for 20 - 40 hours of work per week
• Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (30-minute lunch)
• Non-tangible Benefits: The opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals while developing leadership, problem-solving, crisis management, communication, organization, time management, and peer counseling skills

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position involves frequent bending, standing, kneeling, climbing ladders, reaching below and above shoulders, and lifting heavy objects and equipment while performing job duties. Wrist, hand, and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Residence Hall Inspections and general housing maintenance.
• Operate equipment with small engines/motors such as power washers, carpet cleaners, and other power tools.
• Assist with building preparation for Summer Camps & Conferences and Fall Move in.
• Assist with maintenance, including inspecting furniture, moving furniture, repairing furniture, replacing damaged or defective appliances, and other duties as needed to prepare rooms.

Qualifications

AU students are not eligible for TES.

If you are currently an enrolled student and are interested in a similar role, please feel free to apply for our student Facilities Assistant Summer 2026 position.

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!

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