Sr. Building Maintenance Worker
University of California, Riverside
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Job summary
University of California, Riverside is seeking a Sr. Building Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled and planned maintenance across campus.
The role includes tasks like replacing HVAC filters, lamps, and furniture repairs, and supporting other trades in the Maintenance Services unit. Applicants should have a High School Diploma and completion of an apprenticeship program, with 2 years of relevant experience.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma required.
- Completion of a certified apprenticeship program preferred.
- 2 years of experience in semi-skilled building maintenance work.
Responsibilities
- Perform semi-skilled and planned maintenance tasks across campus.
- Replace HVAC filters, lamps, and repair fixed furniture.
- Support other trades in Maintenance Services unit in various tasks.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
The full salary range for the Sr. Building Maintenance Worker position is $25.34 - $35.45 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Reporting to UCR Facilities Maintenance Service Supervisor, the Sr. Building Maintenance Worker independently works as part of a regular maintenance crew and/or in a support role to other skilled tradesmen. The Sr. Building Maintenance Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled and planned maintenance tasks, projects, and assignments, throughout the University of California, Riverside campus. This position will work on small to large tasks such as replacing HVAC filters, replacing lamps, performing repairs on fixed furniture, breaking and removal of concrete and asphalt, and other duties as assigned. Additionally, this position will support the other trades in the Maintenance Services unit by performing semi-skilled building maintenance tasks including Access Control, Carpentry/Sheetmetal/Regulated Materials, Electrical, Building Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, Paint/Signage, Fire & Life Safety. This position supports the response to requests for emergency repairs after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns. All job duties are performed in adherence to University and departmental safety guidelines. Please Note: This job posting is on a 4/10 work schedule. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The full salary range for the Sr. Building Maintenance Worker position is $25.34 - $35.45 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Reporting to UCR Facilities Maintenance Service Supervisor, the Sr. Building Maintenance Worker independently works as part of a regular maintenance crew and/or in a support role to other skilled tradesmen. The Sr. Building Maintenance Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled and planned maintenance tasks, projects, and assignments, throughout the University of California, Riverside campus. This position will work on small to large tasks such as replacing HVAC filters, replacing lamps, performing repairs on fixed furniture, breaking and removal of concrete and asphalt, and other duties as assigned. Additionally, this position will support the other trades in the Maintenance Services unit by performing semi-skilled building maintenance tasks including Access Control, Carpentry/Sheetmetal/Regulated Materials, Electrical, Building Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, Paint/Signage, Fire & Life Safety. This position supports the response to requests for emergency repairs after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns. All job duties are performed in adherence to University and departmental safety guidelines.
High School Diploma.
Completion of a certified apprenticeship program.
2 years of experience in the performance of semi-skilled building maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Experience in the proper and safe usage of a variety of power and hand tools and equipment used in the various skilled trades.
Experience in maintenance, operation, repair, calibration, installation, diagnosis and inspection of industrial/commercial Building Mechanical/HVAC, Electric, and Plumbing systems.
Experience in performing maintenance in various trades, including Access Control, Carpentry/Sheetmetal/Regulated Materials, Electrical, Building Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, Paint/Signage, Fire & Life Safety.
Experience and/or certification of training in forklifts, lifts and/or boom truck operations.
Experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.
Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service.
- Ability to perform a variety of semi-skilled and/or planned maintenance tasks, projects, and assignments, such as replacing filters, lamps, framing, concrete, furniture repairs, hardware repairs and maintenance.
- Ability to work independently, as a part of a regular maintenance crew, or as an assistant to skilled tradesmen.
- Ability to support other trades in the Maintenance Services unit by performing semi-skilled building maintenance tasks, including Access Control, Carpentry/Sheetmetal/Regulated Materials, Electrical, Building Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, Paint/Signage, Fire & Life Safety.
- Ability to perform minor routine maintenance including taking meter readings, changing out filters, lamps, and other tasks as assigned.
- Skill in operating shop equipment and tools common to the various skilled trade.
- Ability to effectively communicate and understand safety regulations and hazards.
- Knowledge in safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials are suspected.
- Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service.
- Ability to record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities.
- Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays. Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed.
- Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, man-lifts, and boom trucks or stages at varying heights of up to 25 feet above grade; ability to lift up to 75 pounds; ability to perform repetitive lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling and reaching. Ability to lift, load, carry, move and manipulate various building materials; ability to work in areas where noise levels may exceed 90 dB. Ability to follow safe precautions and utilize appropriate safety devices, equipment and gear to safely perform physical requirements and duties.
- Ability to withstand frequent exposure to extreme temperature conditions up to 125 degrees F (boiler rooms, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.). Ability to work in confined and dusty spaces and wear respirator or other required safety gear. Ability to work outdoors in extreme and inclement weather conditions ranging from high heat with humidity, to freezing, rainy, and windy conditions. Ability to work around and be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells, dangerous and/or hazardous substances. Ability to follow safe precautions and utilize appropriate safety devices, equipment and gear to safely perform duties with exposure to environmental requirements.
- Ability to estimate time, methods and materials needed from construction documents. Ability to read and understanding documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blue prints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams.
- Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Design Cad 2, etc.).
- Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems.
- Ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, and emergency requests and choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.
- Ability to work in a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population while providing exemplary customer service.
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
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 under state or federal law. 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.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview.
Reporting to UCR Facilities Maintenance Service Supervisor, the Sr. Building Maintenance Worker independently works as part of a regular maintenance crew and/or in a support role to other skilled tradesmen. The Sr. Building Maintenance Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled and planned maintenance tasks, projects, and assignments, throughout the University of California, Riverside campus. This position will work on small to large tasks such as replacing HVAC filters, replacing lamps, performing repairs on fixed furniture, breaking and removal of concrete and asphalt, and other duties as assigned. Additionally, this position will support the other trades in the Maintenance Services unit by performing semi-skilled building maintenance tasks including Access Control, Carpentry/Sheetmetal/Regulated Materials, Electrical, Building Mechanical/HVAC, Plumbing, Paint/Signage, Fire & Life Safety. This position supports the response to requests for emergency repairs after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns. All job duties are performed in adherence to University and departmental safety guidelines.
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