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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

TES3109P

Home Org Name

School of Aviation

Division Name

College of Liberal Arts

Position Title

TES Technician, Aircraft Maintenance

Estimated Hours Per Week

30-40

Anticipated Length of Assignment

9-12 months

Job Summary

**The College of Liberal Arts – School of Aviation is currently hiring for aTES Aircraft Maintenance Technician.** This role involves performing general and preventative maintenance on University owned aircraft as well as other aircrafts. The levels of this position may only perform duties for which appropriate training has been provided as outlined in department training manual and guidelines provided by the Federal Aviation Association.TES employees will have the opportunity to apply for permanent positions within this department.

AboutTES :

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 student employees are not eligible forTES .

Essential Functions

+ Inspects university aircraft by performing very detailed inspections and preventive mechanical maintenance in accordance to the standards established by the university, federal regulations, and industry best practices.

+ Diagnoses and repairs university aircraft as needed. Determines airworthiness of aircraft and components ensuring all protocol is followed in regards to Federal Aviation regulations. Ensures timely scheduling of maintenance in order to least impact client’s flight schedule and provide for high degree of aircraft availability.

+ Maintains electrical systems that include wiring, electrical connections, and the replacement of instruments.

+ Troubleshoots, inspects, tests, repairs, and services aircraft and engine systems to prepare aircraft for flight. Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures.

+ Maintains proper and updated records required by the University and Federal Aviation Authority regulations.

+ Maintains a safe work environment abiding by all safety manuals.

+ May perform 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

**Level I:** High school diploma and 2 years of general mechanical experience OR completion of anFAA -Approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School.

**Level II:** High school diploma or equivalent and 18 months experience in providing general and preventative maintenance to aircraft plus one of the following: Airframe Certification or Powerplant Certification OR completion of anFAA -Approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School plus one of the following: Airframe Certification or Powerplant Certification.

**LevelIII** : High school diploma or equivalent plus 30 months experience in providing general and preventative maintenance to aircraft plus both Airframe Certification and Powerplant Certification OR completion of anFAA -Approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School plus both Airframe Certification and Powerplant Certification.

**Level IV:** High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years’ experience in providing general and preventative maintenance to aircraft and performing 100 hour an annual inspections on general aviation aircraft plus Airframe Certification, Powerplant Certification, and Integrated Airmen Certification and/or Rating Application (IACRA ) OR completion of anFAA –Approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School plus Airframe Certification, Powerplant Certification, and Integrated Airmen Certification and/or Rating Application (IACRA ).

*Experience in the armed services can be substituted.FAA must approve the military occupational specialty. A list of acceptable specialties can be obtained by the localFAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO ).

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$18-$40/hour depending on experience

Work Hours

Mon-Fri (some Saturdays); shifts will vary between 6am-9pm

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

Posting Date

11/06/2025

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. 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/56844

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Other