Position Information: The Highlander Union Building (HUB) Building Maintenance Worker guides and performs a variety of general maintenance, custodial/housekeeping and event set-up tasks and assignments. The HUB is a central location of activity on campus featuring dining/retail facilities, offices for student organizations and campus departments, meeting areas, lounges and event spaces. Assists with with the repair and preservation of structures, building systems, infrastructure and grounds to promote a safe, secure and comfortable campus environment. May work independently or as part of a team in assigned work areas. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.
The full salary range for the Building Maintenance Worker is $20.65 - $27.25 hourly. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
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.
Requirements: Experience Requirements
Experience performing building maintenance and maintenance of equipment/tools for the skilled and semi-skilled trade. Required
Experience performing custodial and general maintenance duties (mopping, dusting, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, cleaning counters, sinks, and restroom fixtures) using standard custodial supplies and equipment (vacuums, auto scrubbers, buffers, mops, etc.). Required
2 years of experience performing semi-skilled maintenance and troubleshooting in one or more of the trades including HVAC, carpentry, concrete, drywall, plumbing, access control and electrical work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred
2 years of experience performing routine maintenance in densely populated areas. Preferred
Experience with large scale event set-up and break-down. Preferred
Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service. Preferred
License Requirements
Must obtain or possess a valid CA Drivers License in accordance with California Department of Motor Vehicles; must participate in the campus DMV pull. Required
Special Conditions Special
Hired candidate must pass an agency background check prior to appointment start date Required
Minimum Requirements
Ability to effectively communicate and understand safety regulations and hazards. Knowledge in safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials are suspected.
Ability to follow safety precautions and utilize appropriate safety devices, equipment and gear to safely perform duties with exposure to environmental requirements.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic calculations
Knowledge of the proper and safe usage of maintenance, custodial equipment, and skilled trades.
Ability and willingness 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 my exceed 90 dB.
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 withstand frequent exposure to extreme temperature conditions up to 125 degrees F (boiler rooms, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.).
Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems.
Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, web-based Work Order System, etc..).
Additional Information: Additional Information 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 recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
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/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.