Laborer

UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated Laborer to support outdoor maintenance across the campus’s 419 acres, including lawns, walkways, courtyards and fields. You will assist trades, follow written orders, and help preserve the campus’s health and beauty.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliable attendance, with potential weekend/overtime shifts. Applicants should possess a CA driver license and a valid CA noncommercial license, with forklift/pallet jack skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Equipment Working knowledge of equipment and materials used by the various trades, e.g., pick, shovel, sledge hammer, and a variety of garden / yard tools.
• Ability to work as part of a team through close collaboration with colleagues.
• Skill in reading standard English text in order to follow through on written orders and carry out assignments.
• Communication and writing skills to obtain or convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information.
• Working knowledge of the standard trade-related safety practices and methods.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends.
• Forklift and pallet jack operation (Preferred).

Skills

Equipment handling

Team collaboration

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Safety practices

Overtime / weekend work

Forklift operation

Education

CA noncommercial Class C License

CA Driver License

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Department Summary

At UCLA Facilities Management, we strive to “Be the Preferred Provider.” Join the team responsible for maintaining the 419-acre campus renowned as one of the most beautiful campuses in California with expansive lawns, brick-lined walkways, courtyards, plazas, gardens and athletic fields. As a team member, you will be responsible for providing a variety of outdoor maintenance services that helps maintain and preserve the health and beauty of the campus.

Department Summary

At UCLA Facilities Management, we strive to “Be the Preferred Provider.” Join the team responsible for maintaining the 419-acre campus renowned as one of the most beautiful campuses in California with expansive lawns, brick-lined walkways, courtyards, plazas, gardens and athletic fields. As a team member, you will be responsible for providing a variety of outdoor maintenance services that helps maintain and preserve the health and beauty of the campus.

Position Summary

At UCLA Facilities Management, we strive to “Be the Preferred Provider.” Join the team responsible for maintaining the 419-acre campus renowned as one of the most beautiful campuses in California with expansive lawns, brick-lined walkways, courtyards, plazas, gardens and athletic fields. As a team member, you will be responsible for providing a variety of outdoor maintenance services that helps maintain and preserve the health and beauty of the campus.

Salary & Compensation

• UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Equipment Working knowledge of equipment and materials used by the various trades, e.g., pick, shovel, sledge hammer, and a variety of garden / yard tools. (Required)
• Ability to work as part of a team through close collaboration with colleagues. (Required)
• Skill in reading standard English text in order to follow through on written orders and carry out assignments. (Required)
• Communication and writing skills to obtain or convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information. (Required)
• Working knowledge of the standard trade-related safety practices and methods. (Required)
• Ability to work overtime and weekends. (Required)
• Ability to skillfully operate a forklift and pallet jack in order to transport materials and equipment from loading sites to destination. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)
• Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA Driver License (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.
• Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Schedule

WED-SUN 7PM-330A

Union/Policy Covered

SX-Service

Complete Position Description

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