Building Maintenance Worker

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to support their housing facilities. This role involves performing essential repairs and maintenance tasks across various trades, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to troubleshoot issues and ensure a safe and functional living environment for students. Join a vibrant community committed to excellence in student housing, where your skills will contribute to a supportive and enriching atmosphere. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Sick and Vacation Time

Retirement Savings Plans

Discounts and Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or related position.
• Ability to follow University principles and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide general maintenance support for buildings.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing and electrical issues.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Carpentry

Painting

English Communication

Lock Systems Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

Student Housing is a self-funded, large and complex campus department consisting of 6 housing communities and 3 support units, with more than 300 staff employees, 300-400 student employees and an annual operating budget of $120 million. Student Housing provides housing for approximately 9,000 undergraduates, graduate students and their families in over 250 buildings and approximately 3.3 million sq. ft.

Currently, Student Housing houses 51% of UCI's enrolled students (in conjunction with American Campus Communities, UCI's 3rd party housing partner) with a goal of housing 60% as part of the campus Long Range Development Plan (LRDP). Student Housing also provides maintenance and repair services to student residents.

Your Role on the Team

The Department of Student Housing builds, maintains and operates facilities that promote and support a learning-centered and resident-focused organization. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent provides general maintenance support for the maintenance and repair of all buildings within Student Housing. The incumbent has assigned duties in multiple semi-skilled areas within the building trades to include: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and lock repair requiring a lesser degree of training, skill, independence of action, physical effort and experience than found at the Sr. Building Maintenance Worker level.

What It Takes to be Successful

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $21.01- $23.67 (Hourly).


Required:

• Ability to follow, model and promote conduct that adheres to the University of California Principles of Community.
• Plumbing: Ability to troubleshoot and analyze all interior and exterior plumbing problems. Must be able to determine if the plumbing problem is to be referred to Facilities Management.
• Electrical: Ability to troubleshoot and analyze problems with electrical systems. Must possess the skills to replace, repair, or install: light fixtures, outlets, switches, garbage disposals, heating system and bathroom fans. Must be able to determine and advise the supervisor if the electrical job is to be referred to Facilities Management.
• Carpentry: Ability to perform minor interior and exterior carpentry projects. Must possess skills in furniture repair, door and doorframe replacement, light framing, repair of wall patching and drywall, acoustical ceiling repair and floor tiling.
• Painting: Responsible for maintaining the interior or exterior of assigned buildings. Possess skills to prepare surfaces for application of paint materials. Ability to apply paint, varnish, stains, enamel or lacquer to various interior and exterior surfaces. Application can be accomplished by brushes, rollers or spray equipment.
• Ability to read and write English to submit written reports and work orders .
• Required to operate a motor vehicle. Requires a California driver's license.
• Experience with and ability to troubleshoot, repair and maintain electronic lock systems.
• Valid California driver's license
• Must have experience working in building maintenance or related position.

Preferred:

• A working knowledge of University policies and procedures.

Special Conditions:

• Possess a valid California driver's license
• Available for overtime and weekend work. Work schedules are subject to change to meet department's needs. Department can require overtime work to meet operational needs. Department can operate and assign work shifts seven days a week.
• Must be able to communicate in English - both verbally and in writing - for purpose of instruction and record keeping
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders
• Must be able to pass background check
• Must be willing and able to respond to after-hours emergencies
• Must be willing and able to assist in the event of a disaster
• Must be able to lift and carry loads over 50 lbs.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*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.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

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.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization