UC Davis

Department Description

Want to be part of an early warning system that helps to protect the health of California’s livestock and poultry? We are looking for a Senior Building Maintenance Worker to work alongside our world leading faculty and technicians, helping to safeguard the public health with rapid and reliable diagnoses for animal diseases including those affecting humans.

As part of the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System within the top-ranked UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, our career employees are provided the following benefits:

PERSONAL LEAVE

• Vacation – Eligible to earn up to (3) three weeks per year
• Sick Leave – Eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)
• Holiday Pay – 14 paid holidays per year (Full-Time Position)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive pay plus retirement

INSURANCE

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs.
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
• Supplemental insurance offered including: Additional Life, Disability, Short/Long Term Disability and Legal Coverage.

Job Summary

Under supervision, represent the branch laboratory for contract work with vendors or contractors, reviews contracts, review finished work and provide written or oral report on the outcome of the contract to the Branch Chief. Ensure functioning of utilities in the branch and maintain knowledge of the blueprint of the building including emergency valves for gas, plumbing and main switches for electric power. Initiate and perform regular inspections on physical facility and on electrical and mechanical equipment in order to prevent/minimize breakdown, malfunction or deterioration; Report to Branch Chief in case of malfunction of such equipment and take corrective and preventive steps utilizing guidelines and procedures. Keep up to date documentation on all physical/maintenance activities of the laboratory building including description of task, date and person who performed the task, etc. Perform repair work on electrical systems, plumbing and other building utilities or call-in contract company for major repair work. Maintain paperwork, blueprints, codes, and work orders related to these tasks. Perform equipment maintenance activities to include communicating with Branch Chief/System-wide Equipment Facilities Manager and vendors using established purchasing procedures to supply parts and materials for use in maintenance activities and in compliance with contracts, blankets, and vendor agreements, ensuring adequate replacement parts and service components are available for continuous operation. Perform a full range of cleaning tasks to include sweeping, mopping, waxing, cleaning, dusting and/or polish floors, stairs, hallways, corridors, walks, moldings, outside steps terraces, windowsills, and other designated areas to fill in during absence of custodian. Perform other related duties.

Position Information

Apply by Date 

5/4/2024

Salary Range 

$26.12/hr. - $34.45/hr. 

(Department budgeted range: $26.12/hr. - $29.40/hr., commensurate with experience.)

Appointment Type 

Career

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time 

100%

Shift Hours 

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

Location 

San Bernardino, CA

Union Representation 

Yes - SX

Benefits Eligible 

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mental Demands: Confidentiality - Constantly, Constant Interruptions - Frequently
• Physical Demands: Attendance - Constantly, Squatting, Stooping, Bending – Regularly; Stand for extended periods of time. Kneel, squat, stoop, and bend. Sit/work at a computer/workstation for extended periods of time.
• Lifting Requirements: Up to 50 Pounds (Medium) – Regularly; Stoop, bend and lift supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Visual Acuity Requirements: Color Visual Acuity - Constantly
• Noise Conditions: Ability to Adjust Focus - Frequently
• Physical Demands (Elements Exposed to): Blood - Occasionally, Chemicals - Occasionally, Hazards - Occasionally, Toxins - Occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• THIS IS NOT AN H1B/J1 OPPORTUNITY. Candidate must be legally permitted to work in the United States and not subject to revocation.
• This is not a research position. The position is located in a diagnostic laboratory where quality control and assurance as well as meticulous working habits are essential.
• Per the terms and agreements of the department’s contracts and grants, the position requires signing of a Confidentiality Agreement or Non-Disclosure Agreement regarding testing and client information.
• Upon completion of a background check and appropriate training, must participate in the select agent program.
• Due to the nature of the essential responsibilities, this position is not eligible for remote work.
• Valid CA Driver License
• This position is subject to UCD’s vaccination program (Influenza, SARS-CoV-2, is/might subject to prophylactic vaccination for rabies), and Medical/Health Surveillance Program/Procedures/Review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (Work schedule might be slightly different during the training period)
• Work flexible schedule/overtime as needed to complete projects and meet deadlines.
• Mandatory after-hours emergency contact, weekend and holiday rotations as needed.
• Restricted/Limited vacation during peak workload periods (i.e. Outbreaks, Fiscal Close, Audits Periods, etc.)
• Occasional travel to CAHFS branch laboratories, conferences, etc.
• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Extensive experience in general building maintenance and inspection of heating, steam ventilating, HVAC, and similar mechanical equipment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Knowledge of operations of mechanical electrical and electronic devices, and be able to perform trouble shooting of same.
• Knowledge to read and understand technical data and to review blueprints and specifications.
• Knowledge to manage and monitor and conduct cost-effective ordering and use of laboratory/maintenance and/or office supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge to dispose of hazardous and contaminated materials in a safe manner and in accordance with campus and EH&S policies and procedures.
• Knowledge to maintain tools and equipment in a workable clean and organized manner.
• Knowledge and skills in the application and operation of the equipment, tools, or material to a particular maintenance or custodial assignment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred License/Certification:

• A California license for performing commercial electrical work or any other task which requires state code specifications.
• A California license for performing commercial HVAC maintenance or repair.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. 

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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