Construction Crew Technician - 003632

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 003632 Position Title Construction Crew Technician - 003632 Division Finance and Administration Department 173640 - Grounds Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, one year of related experience, which includes operating a light duty dump truck, and possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with concrete, grading, and tree work is preferred.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama's Grounds department is seeking to hire a Construction Crew Technician. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

• Performs tree trimming and removal.
• Assists with landscaping projects to include fertilizing and mulching trees, shrubs, and landscape beds.
• Removes and properly disposes trimmings and other landscape debris.
• Works on various grounds construction projects and assists other departments on various projects to include pouring and forming concrete, installing brick, concrete block, and pavers, installing retaining walls, footings, curbs, gutters, benches, and related structures.
• Performs excavation, sod and dirt work.
• Assists with grounds maintenance as needed.
• Operates light and medium duty equipment to include tractors, bobcat, trenchers, lull-lift, and loaders.
• Utilizes a chainsaw for tree projects.
• Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Assists moves materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Utilizes a University vehicle to travel to various work sites.
• May assist other departments (such as Plumbing, Electrical, Maintenance, and Central Utilities) with projects as needed.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/15/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Monday - Friday Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Job Location Main Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• • The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• • How many years of related experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year

• Between 1 - 3 years

• Between 3 - 5 years

• Between 5 - 7 years

• More than 7 years

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• • How did you hear about this position?

• USA website

• LinkedIn

• Zip Recruiter

• Indeed

• HigherEd Jobs

• Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works

• Facebook

• Word of mouth

• Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter