• TES Aquaculture Technician

    Auburn University (Auburn, AL)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Requisition Number

    TES1419P

    Home Org Name

     

    Schl Fisheries Aquac Aquat Sci

     

    Division Name

     

    College of Agriculture

    Position Title

    TES Aquaculture Technician

     

    Estimated Hours Per Week

     

    30-40

    Anticipated Length of Assignment

    1 Year

    Job Summary

    This is a temporary position typically lasting one year with the possibility of extension.

     

    Responsible for general fish husbandry on the EW Shell Research Center. Support principal functions of the Center by assisting faculty and staff on a wide variety of projects related to fish production, aquaculture research, and fisheries management.

     

    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.

     

    AU students are not eligible forTES .

    Essential Functions

    + Fish feeding, tank cleaning, behavioral observations, maintenance of aquaculture systems, spawning and larval rearing

    + Assist in research related activities for faculty & staff projects

    + Daily record keeping & record entry

    + Water quality analysis using meters (DO, pH, temp) and chemical test kids (HACH )

    + Stock, harvest, & transport fish on-the-farm, locally and long-distances

    + Operate and maintain equipment including tractors, UTV’s, trucks & fish hauling gear

    + General facilities/grounds maintenance & housekeeping as needed

    + Crew leader for the undergraduate employees insuring daily duties are being competed and goals are being met

    + Other duties as assigned

     

    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

    + Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries/Aquaculture or related Biological Sciences

    + Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather

    + Lift weights exceeding 50 lbs

    + Driver’s License and ability to operate small machinery

    Desired Qualifications

    + Multiple years of experience working in the field of study related to fisheries, aquaculture, or biological sciences

    + Ability to serve as crew leader for undergraduate student employees

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Salary Range

     

    $14.50-$16.00/hour

     

    Work Hours

     

    Typically 7:30am - 4:30pm

    City position is located in:

    Auburn

    State position is located:

    Alabama

     

    Posting Date

     

    06/13/2025

     

    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 theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Quick Link for Internal Postings

     

    https://www.auemployment.com/postings/32943

     

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    1. Resume

    Optional Documents

    1. Cover Letter