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Senior Building Maintenance WorkerUniversity of California - Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
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Senior Building Maintenance Worker

Senior Building Maintenance Worker

University of California - Santa Cruz • Santa Cruz, CA, United States
4 days ago
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  • Part-time
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78627

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Santa Cruz

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The IRD for this job is : 06-13-2025

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Colleges, Housing and Educational Services (CHES) is a multi-funded organization of the division of Student Affairs and Success (DSAS) division at UC Santa Cruz. CHES provides leadership in the areas of college student life and residential services, housing services and facilities, capital planning, business and financial analysis, dining services, conference services, and early education services, Through these units educational and developmental programs and services are offered to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, children and external constituents.

The Facilities unit of CHES provides comprehensive facilities support to over 9,500 student residents in ten colleges and six associated residential communities, as well as seven Dining facilities. The department maintains 191 buildings of 1.9 million square feet. Facilities employs 45 represented and non-represented career staff and over 100 student staff positions, and manages an annual budget of approximately $9 million.

The mission of Facilities is to plan for, develop, and maintain a comfortable and safe physical environment for our residents and cost effectively maintain the assets of the campus in a manner that meets the highest standards of the housing and facilities management profession in coordination with other campus facilities units.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Senior Building Maintenance Supervisor, the Senior Building Maintenance Worker will perform various routine unskilled and semi-skilled building maintenance tasks in residence halls, dining halls, apartment complexes, administrative offices, and other related facilities. The incumbent will also assist the Skilled Crafts Workers in performing more complex repairs and remodeling projects. This position must interact effectively on a daily basis with other facilities staff, college housing staff, student staff, and residential customers. The Senior Building Maintenance Worker will be cross-trained and able to respond to maintenance needs in various campus housing areas as required. Basic knowledge of and demonstrated skill in routine plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repair and troubleshooting.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary : $28.36 / hourly

Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility : Full benefits

Schedule Information :

  • Full-time, Fixed
  • Percentage of Time : 100%, 40 Hours per Week
  • Days of the Week : Mon-Fri
  • Shift Includes : Day & Weekends
  • Employee Classification : Career appointment

    Job End Date : None

    Work Location : UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

    Union Representation : Service Employees (SX)

    Job Code Classification : BLDG MAINT WORKER SR (008212)

    Travel : Never or Rarely

    JOB DUTIES

    75% - Facilities Repair and Maintenance

  • Performs routine carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliance, and mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Diagnoses problems, obtains necessary parts or supplies, makes repairs, and completes required work order documentation using on-line computer maintenance management system.
  • Repairs may include replacement of lamps, switches, receptacles, and light fixtures; replacement of plumbing fixtures and parts; rodding of drain lines; replacement and adjustment of lock hardware and door closers; diagnosis of problems with residential forced-air furnaces, water heaters; replacement of thermostats; repair of furniture and case goods; and the repair of tools and equipment.
  • Trains and directs student assistants in performance of routine maintenance tasks, including minor repairs and interior painting.
  • 10% - Maintenance Painting

  • Prepares and paints interior and exterior surfaces, using brush, roller, and airless sprayer.
  • Trains student facilities assistants in proper painting techniques and directs the work of student painting crews. Hangs or repairs drywall, including taping and texturing.
  • 5% - Furniture Moving and Assembly

  • Moves furniture and equipment as needed. Assembles and breaks down residential furniture.
  • 5% - Inventory and shop maintenance

  • Makes pickups and deliveries in University vehicles. Purchases maintenance parts and supplies.
  • Maintains a well - organized and safe maintenance shop area.
  • Properly tags and disposes of household hazardous waste materials
  • 5% - Miscellaneous Duties

  • Assists skilled crafts workers with complex maintenance, renovation, and construction projects.
  • Provides support for unit recycling and energy management programs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Basic knowledge of and demonstrated skill in routine plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repair and troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of basic electrical theory and safe practices for performing electrical repairs.
  • Demonstrated skill in the safe use of various hand and power tools used in building maintenance, including drills, saws, sewer rodders, and power sanders.
  • Demonstrated skill and experience In Interior and exterior painting and drywall repair.
  • Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision and to follow written and oral instructions. The ability to read University correspondence, training materials, policies and procedures with comprehension sufficient to act appropriately based on the written materials.
  • Computer skills sufficient to use an on-line computerized maintenance management system and utilize that system to receive and update the status of work orders. Knowledge of personal computer productivity tools, including word processing software, e mail, and Internet browser applications. Writing skills sufficient to draft work correspondence and prepare written Instructions to staff and student workers.
  • The ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations necessary for maintenance tasks and record keeping.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with Housing residents, student employees, Housing staff, campus craft workers, and faculty.
  • The ability to work well with people from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • The ability to instruct student maintenance assistants in the performance of basic repair and maintenance tasks (such as lamp Changing and Interior touch-up painting) and direct their work.
  • The ability to work on multiple tasks, under pressure of deadlines.
  • The ability to work with and as part of a team; to appropriately prioritize work; and to communicate progress to supervisor on assigned projects.
  • SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
  • Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
  • Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California and be able to participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.
  • Ability to ascend / descend ladders with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to perform work overhead and to perform repetitive tasks.
  • The ability to safely move 50 lbs. with or without accommodations.
  • The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
  • Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here .
  • MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT

    As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

    a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
  • SAFETY STATEMENT

    All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

    NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

    In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is available at : https : / / compliance.ucsc.edu / campus-safety-compliance / annual-reports / .

    This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.

    EEO / AA

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy .

    It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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