Construction Technician

Auburn University; University Estates (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University’s Facilities Management is looking for a Construction Tech to support the construction, repair, and maintenance of campus buildings, streets, and property. You will contribute to providing a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Level I/II positions require a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license; Level II adds 4 years in carpentry/roofing/road repair/concrete finishing.

Qualifications

• Level I requires a high school diploma and valid driver's license.
• Level II requires a high school diploma and 4 years of carpentry/roofing/road repair/concrete forming and finishing experience; valid driver's license also required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carpentry tasks for installation, repair, and maintenance of ceilings, flooring, walls, windows, doors, and siding.
• Prepare and paint interior and exterior surfaces including sheetrock, wood, brick, concrete, handrails, posts and chains.
• Perform minor demolition for renovations and construction projects.
• Operate motorized equipment such as forklifts, trucks/trailers, and man lifts.
• Meet training and certification requirements per department policy.
• Possibly manage small projects, including logistics, cleanup, and client interactions.
• Assist with setting up barricades and dividers across campus.
• Assist with assembly, installation, and repair of office and classroom furnishings.

Skills

Hands-on work

Carpentry basics

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Career progression (Level II)

Job description

Overview

Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in making spaces look their best? Auburn University’s Facilities Management is seeking a Construction Tech to join our Facilities Maintenance Zone 1, where your skills will help shape and maintain the physical environment of our campus.

As a Construction Tech, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the construction, repair, and maintenance of Auburn University’s buildings, streets, and property. Your work will directly contribute to creating a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

At Auburn University, Facilities Management is committed to providing highly responsive and quality support services. We strive to be a client-focused organization and a value-added partner to our campus community. If you’re a dependable, detail-oriented professional who enjoys making a visible difference, we’d love to have you on our team.

Responsibilities

• Assists in a variety of carpentry related tasks relating to the installation, repair, and maintenance of ceilings, flooring, walls, windows, doors, door jams, and siding.
• Prepares and paints all manner of interior and exterior surfaces including, but not limited to sheetrock, wood, brick, concrete, handrails, posts and chains and other surfaces.
• Performs minor demolition work as needed for renovations and/or construction projects.
• Operates motorized equipment including forklifts, truck/trailer combinations, and man lifts.
• Will be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the department’s training and credentialing requirements.
• May be given responsibility of individual project completion, seeing to its logistics, cleanliness, completion, and client interactions.
• May assist in the setup of barricades and other dividers across campus
• Assists with the assembly, installation, and repair of office and classroom furnishings such as desk, chairs, and whiteboards.

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

Substitution allowed for Experience: Yes, when a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required 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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Posted Date

8/26/2026