Construction Technician

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a Construction Technician with roofing and maintenance expertise to support campus construction, repair, and upkeep. The role involves various trades across buildings, streets, and sidewalks, with opportunities to focus on in-house construction, infrastructure, or roofing depending on needs.

Responsibilities include leading carpentry tasks, roofing maintenance, concrete work, and site prep.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in carpentry, roofing, road repair, and/or concrete forming/finishing is preferred.
• Candidates should be dependable and safety-conscious.
• Internal candidates may require training per policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs and leads carpentry tasks and installations including foundations, framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, windows, doors, and roofs in university buildings and structures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of roofing methods and leads minor repairs to prevent leaks.
• Forms, pours, and finishes cement structures; handles concrete work and site layout.
• Assists with setup and removal of barricades and other dividers; may pressure wash roofs and sidewalks.
• Operates heavy equipment as needed for renovations and construction projects.
• Plans and leads excavation and demolition work; paints surfaces and prepares for finishing.
• Demonstrates proper demolition of structures and patches holes and cracks in surfaces.
• Ensures completion of individual projects including logistics, cleanliness, and client support.

Skills

Carpentry

Roofing

Road repair

Concrete forming

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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 is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Technician to join our team. This position is ideal for individuals with roofing experience, as well as those with a background in construction building maintenance, and/or preventive maintenance programs. The Construction Technician plays a vital role in supporting the construction, repair, and upkeep of university buildings, streets, sidewalks, and property. Responsibilities include assisting with new construction, renovation, and maintenance projects across campus. Depending on departmental needs and individual expertise, the role may focus on in-house construction, infrastructure, or roofing. Candidates should be dependable, safety-conscious, and take pride in their craftsmanship. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the physical foundation of Auburn University and be part of a team dedicated to maintaining and improving campus facilities.

Please include three (3) professional references and their contact information (name, relationship, phone number, and email) with your application materials. References should be individuals who can speak to your work experience, skills, and professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

Level I:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.

Level II:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of experience in carpentry, roofing, road repair, and/or concrete forming and finishing.
• Valid Driver's License.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior roofing experience.

Internal candidates may be required to provide training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy for some positions.

Contract Type

Continuing

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.
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• 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.
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Posted Date

8/26/2026