TES Technician/Manual Laborer
Auburn University, United States
about 2 hours ago
Location:
Auburn, ALABAMA
Deadline:
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Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number TES3014P
Home Org Name Ornamental Hort Research Ctr
Division Name Agriculture Experiment Station
Position Title TES Technician/Manual Laborer
Estimated Hours Per Week 20-30
Anticipated Length of Assignment 1-3 months
Job Summary
Temporary assignment to assist with manual labor, equipment operation such as lawn mowers, edgers, string trimmers, pruners, soil mixers, tractors, golf carts/utility vehicles, trucks, chainsaw, etc. Individual will work to maintain the property through weed control either through mechanical (hand weeding or tools) or chemical control (pesticides). Position will help mix soil, plant, fertilize, prune, and any other aspects of plant production. Individual may travel with station staff to do fieldwork or assist with projects at surrounding research stations.
Essential Functions
Position will be spending most of their time working outside in potentially extreme weather 100+ degrees on some days. Position will assist and help maintain, plant, take data, measurements, etc. on current research projects. Individual will work alone or in small groups depending on the current job.
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
Valid driver's license, ability to consistently lift 25-50lbs, able to work in various weather conditions (including in heat and humidity), ability to be at work on time, ability to work alone with minimal direction or in groups settings, able to operate equipment and tools or able to learn how, ability to listen and effectively record data.
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range $15.00 -$20.00 per hour
Work Hours Flexible
City position is located in: Mobile
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Date 08/06/2025
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. their website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings auemployment/postings/55242
Auburn University, United States
about 2 hours ago
Location:
Auburn, ALABAMA
Deadline:
;
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number TES3014P
Home Org Name Ornamental Hort Research Ctr
Division Name Agriculture Experiment Station
Position Title TES Technician/Manual Laborer
Estimated Hours Per Week 20-30
Anticipated Length of Assignment 1-3 months
Job Summary
Temporary assignment to assist with manual labor, equipment operation such as lawn mowers, edgers, string trimmers, pruners, soil mixers, tractors, golf carts/utility vehicles, trucks, chainsaw, etc. Individual will work to maintain the property through weed control either through mechanical (hand weeding or tools) or chemical control (pesticides). Position will help mix soil, plant, fertilize, prune, and any other aspects of plant production. Individual may travel with station staff to do fieldwork or assist with projects at surrounding research stations.
Essential Functions
Position will be spending most of their time working outside in potentially extreme weather 100+ degrees on some days. Position will assist and help maintain, plant, take data, measurements, etc. on current research projects. Individual will work alone or in small groups depending on the current job.
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
Valid driver's license, ability to consistently lift 25-50lbs, able to work in various weather conditions (including in heat and humidity), ability to be at work on time, ability to work alone with minimal direction or in groups settings, able to operate equipment and tools or able to learn how, ability to listen and effectively record data.
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range $15.00 -$20.00 per hour
Work Hours Flexible
City position is located in: Mobile
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Date 08/06/2025
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. their website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings auemployment/postings/55242
Job ID: 488646124
Originally Posted on: 8/8/2025
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