After-Hours Building Maintenance Worker (BLDG MAINT WORKER)

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Leave benefits

Job summary

University of California, Davis seeks an After-Hours Building Maintenance Worker to provide on-call support for residents outside regular hours in Davis, CA. The role handles emergencies, lockouts, maintenance, and custodial tasks for SHDS facilities, including residence halls and apartments.

Independent work, problem solving, and professional conduct are essential. Qualifications include a CA driver’s license or enrollment, high school diploma/GED, and experience in customer service and basic

Qualifications

• Valid California driver's license required or able to enroll in driving program.
• High School or GED completion; facility management focus preferred.
• Experience delivering responsive customer service in facilities settings.
• Experience with basic electrical, plumbing and carpentry tasks and HVAC basics.
• Experience with custodial duties and routine maintenance in institutional facilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication and safety adherence.
• Basic computer skills for emails, research, and supply ordering.

Responsibilities

• Respond to after-hours emergencies and perform lockouts for residents.
• Conduct interior/exterior maintenance, custodial clean-ups, and preventive tasks.
• Repair door hardware, plumbing, carpentry, and minor electrical issues.
• Assist with HVAC air filters and duct cleaning; perform inventory checks.
• Maintain orderly shift logs, reports, and safety compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Maintenance basics

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Carpentry basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Facilities Workflow Supervisor, the After-Hours Building Maintenance Worker provides on-call support for residents outside of regular business hours, responding to facility emergencies such as resident lockouts, urgent building maintenance issues, and custodial services in buildings managed by SHDS. This position performs after-hours lockouts for residents in SHDS residence Halls, Orchard Park Apartments and Primero Grove Apartments. Responsibilities include emergency call backs, lock outs, interior/exterior building maintenance, custodial clean-ups, preventive maintenance, door hardware repair, plumbing repair, carpentry, window repair, sheetrock repair, and minor electrical repair. Furniture assembly, disassembly and moves. Performs exterior building and common area checks throughout Resident Halls and Dining Commons and assists with quarterly replacing air filters and cleaning ducts on HVAC systems. Works independently without on-site supervision. Manages customer complaints and grievances while maintaining professionalism and composure.

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Facilities Workflow Supervisor, the After-Hours Building Maintenance Worker provides on-call support for residents outside of regular business hours, responding to facility emergencies such as resident lockouts, urgent building maintenance issues, and custodial services in buildings managed by SHDS. This position performs after-hours lockouts for residents in SHDS residence Halls, Orchard Park Apartments and Primero Grove Apartments. Responsibilities include emergency call backs, lock outs, interior/exterior building maintenance, custodial clean-ups, preventive maintenance, door hardware repair, plumbing repair, carpentry, window repair, sheetrock repair, and minor electrical repair. Furniture assembly, disassembly and moves. Performs exterior building and common area checks throughout Resident Halls and Dining Commons and assists with quarterly replacing air filters and cleaning ducts on HVAC systems. Works independently without on-site supervision. Manages customer complaints and grievances while maintaining professionalism and composure.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
• Completion of High School or GED certificate, some College or Trade school with a focus on Facilities Management or Building Maintenance.
• Experience in direct customer service (e.g. interacting with tenants, building occupants, vendors, or staff in a facilities setting) demonstrating responsiveness, communication, and issue resolution. Customer service and interpersonal communication skills, including active listening, tact, diplomacy, and the ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in building maintenance and preventive maintenance, including basic electrical, mechanical (to include door hardware) and plumbing tasks (drain cleaning techniques), custodial work, and performing routine maintenance on HVAC systems and custodial equipment (e.g., replacing air filters, cleaning ducts, maintaining cleaning equipment).
• Experience in general custodial duties (e.g. cleaning, carpet extraction, waxing floors, restroom maintenance, trash removal, cleaning products) in a commercial, institutional, or multi-tenant facility.
• Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear, accurate, and well-structured reports, shift logs, and follow instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
• Basic technology skills, including the ability to use email and internet for research, ordering supplies, and completing tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail, completing tasks accurately with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of maintaining parts and supply inventories, including ordering and tracking usage.
• Experience with repairing, programming and troubleshooting door hardware, locks, keypads, and card reader systems.
• Skills to safely use power tools and hand tools (drills, drivers, screwdrivers, pliers and wrenches)
• Skills to appropriately evaluate situations, make decisions, and adjust priorities as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - After Hours Resident Support
• 30% - Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Inventory
• 10% - Administration

Department Overview

Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self-supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and students with families who live in on-campus residential facilities (university owned/managed and Public-Private-Partnerships), as well as providing residential, retail and catering dining services for the campus community. SHDS also provides student support and conference housing services to the campus and general community. For more information about SHDS visit our website at http://www.housing.ucdavis.edu.

Student Housing and Dining Services has adopted the following Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement: -Student Housing and Dining Services, is committed to serving the needs of students, staff, faculty and guests from various backgrounds and identities. In full support of our institutional commitment to embrace diversity and practice inclusive excellence, we expect every member of our community to acknowledge, value, and uphold the guidelines set forth in the Principles of Community. As a community of scholars and life-long learners, we commit ourselves to learning together about our differences and commonalities while growing in all areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $24.75/hr. - $32.64/hr.
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• UC Job Title: BLDG MAINT WORKER
• Number of Positions: 2
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: SX-Service Workers
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies