Project Crew II

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days

Health benefits

Flexible work options

Tuition assistance

403(b) plan

Mental health programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Stanford University’s Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE) seeks a facilities support worker in a full-time, on-site role in Palo Alto, CA. The position involves cleaning, light maintenance, and event setup across campus facilities, with a focus on safety and reliable service.

The candidate should have at least one year of related experience and hold a California non-commercial driver’s license. Pay ranges from $38.11 to $45.94 per hour, with benefits included.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant work experience or a combination of equivalent education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Water vacuum, pull carpet and remove pad.
• Repair broken furniture by replacing broken parts, replacing missing screws, regluing joints, etc.
• Trim bookshelves to size, paint, re-finish, strip, stain and install furnishings as directed.
• Install or repair room numbers, signs, paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers, toilet seats, blinds, shades, window screens, bulletin boards and chalk boards.
• Install door pulls, drawer pulls, window latches and door stops.
• Replace light switch plate covers, outlet covers, light pull chains, electrical cords and plugs on cords.
• Assemble bed frames and modular furniture.
• Clean or replace shower heads, faucet washers, unplug drains.
• Attach hangers, hooks, etc. to walls and ceiling.
• Tighten or replace screws, nails, bolts in hinges, frames, furniture, etc.
• Haul debris and trash such as furniture, carpeting, construction materials, etc. to disposal sites.
• Provide event and conference support by setting up and removing tables, seating and equipment.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:

Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford’s mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought – preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180-acre campus.

Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. R&DE has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one-third of the campus footprint. R&DE provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R&DE provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R&DE is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&DE strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.

“Students (Customers) First” is R&DE’s mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R&DE’s belief is “students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here.”

R&DE’s dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R&DE is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.

This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.

The budgeted hourly rate is Step 1: $38.11 per hour to Step 10: $45.94 per hour.

This series of job classifications describes positions in which the major function is performing cleaning and light maintenance tasks. Employees perform routine replacement of lamps in light fixtures, repair and replace Venetian blinds, pick up and deliver custodial supplies, etc. They also carry out other facilities services, such as hauling and setting up furniture and appliances, touch-up painting benches and tables, etc. There are two levels in the series: Project Crew I and Project Crew II. These levels are differentiated on the basis of degree of responsibility and possible oversight responsibility. Employees at this level perform a range of light maintenance, repair, installation and laboring tasks using hand and power tools. Work is scheduled by a supervisor/lead who provides instructions as appropriate; work is reviewed by the supervisor/lead to see whether quality and scheduling requirements have been met. The employee may work alone or as a member of a crew with or without lead responsibility.

Responsibilities

Core Duties:

• Water vacuum, pull carpet and remove pad.


• Repair broken furniture by replacing broken parts, replacing missing screws, regluing joints, etc.


• Trim bookshelves to size, paint, re-finish, strip, stain and install furnishings as directed.


• Install or repair room numbers, signs, paper towel dispensers, soap dispensers, toilet seats, blinds, shades, window screens, bulletin boards and chalk boards.


• Install door pulls, drawer pulls, window latches and door stops.


• Replace light switch plate covers, outlet covers, light pull chains, electrical cords and plugs on cords.


• Assemble bed frames and modular furniture.


• Clean or replace shower heads, faucet washers, unplug drains.


• Attach hangers, hooks, etc. to walls and ceiling.


• Tighten or replace screws, nails, bolts in hinges, frames, furniture, etc.


• Haul debris and trash such as furniture, carpeting, construction materials, etc. to disposal sites.


• Provide event and conference support by setting up and removing tables, seating and equipment.


• May direct the work of other staff, including contractors and temporary staff; assign and explain tasks to workers based on instructions and specifications received from supervisor/lead.


• May perform any of the duties described in the Project Crew I specification or other duties as assigned.


• Adhere to safety rules.

Minimum Education and Experience

One year of relevant work experience or a combination of equivalent education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Project Crew II has all of the qualifications described in the Project Crew I specification plus the following qualifications:

• Must be skilled in tasks they direct and be able to answer questions effectively and solve task-related problems.


• Must have the ability to effect good working relationships with other employees.


• Must be able to follow verbal and/or written instructions and communicate those to others.


• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a client service attitude and approach to students and other customers.


• Ability to operate power and hand tools in a safe manner in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license.

• Pay Range 38.11 to $45.94


• Pay Frequency Hourly


• Fixed Term N


• Stanford Schools and Units Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE)


• Full time or Part time Full Time


• Regular or Temporary Regular


• Job Category Bargaining Unit -TMS


• Posting Date 09/23/2026, 03:54 PM


• Grade A22 - Bargaining Unit Role


• Job Identification 201160

Benefits that support you, and your future

18+ PTO days per year

Health benefits start when you start

Flexible work options

$6000+ annual tuition and training assistance

403(b) plan

Mental health and wellness programs

Free and discounted commuter transportation

Applies to regular full-time positions.

Notice to Applicants

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Stanford University provides job pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a particular job. The specific pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic work location, relevant knowledge, skills and abilities, relevant education, years of relevant experience, depth and breadth of relevant experience, and performance; further including but not limited to other business and organization needs such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the minimum qualifications, departmental budget availability, and market and internal equity across the university, school/ unit, department, as well as job reporting relationships.

Why work at Stanford

World-changing work in a culture of continuous learning

An inspiring community that values collaboration

High-quality health and wellness benefits that put you and your family first

Access to world-class education and career development, with tuition reimbursement, training assistance, and more