Building Maintenance Worker

JOB SUMMARY

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The UCSF Facilities Services Department (FS) is committed to creating an exceptional campus physical environment to support the research, teaching, health care and community service mission of the University. FS employs over 460 professional staff and acts as steward for over $100 million in operating funds to achieve its goals in operating and maintaining the UCSF campus environment. FS is organized into 7 operating units: (1) West Campus/Parnassus Operations, (2) East Campus/Mission Bay Operations, (3) Engineering & Utilities, (4) Infrastructure & Renewal Programs, (5) Customer Service & Technology, (6) Custodial Services, and (7) Office of the AVC, including Administration & Communications.

FS adheres to and supports campus-wide P.R.I.D.E. values and the Principles of Community, and all FS leaders are expected to create a fair, equitable, safe, and supportive work environment where everyone can do their best work. FS leaders share accountability for the overall success of the operation and strive towards a high- performance work environment. We value innovation, creative problem solving, and diligent follow-through.

The Sr. Building Maintenance Worker (Sr. BMW), under supervision, will perform semi-skilled tasks on a regular and continuing basis in one or more of the trades. While working independently or as a member of a crew, the Sr. BMW will support personnel in achieving goals through completion of either customer recharge or facilities related construction, maintenance, or repair work. Expected work includes, but not limited to: unclog toilets; perform graffiti removal of building exterior (windows, walls or other surfaces); light fixture maintenance work (through changing of ballast; replace spent lamps/lights); provide team support by working in conjunction of skilled trades personnel - assist where necessary through guidance; move office furniture (move office furniture from one suite to another; assemble modular furniture, partitions, or other small furnishing; or move furniture for disposal in support of Recycling); install and support ergonomics; provide assistance by raising or lowering desks; perform steward service to campus with clean-up jobs (remove trash or garbage left on sidewalks in/around campus buildings; remove homeless encampments which may include human waste/feces, wet or excessive garbage or through coordination with EH&S on other items (needles, fresh blood, or medical waste); remove waste and water, mopping restrooms due to leaks or other plumbing issues causing emergency assistance of trades; clean areas through pressure washing of exterior buildings, windows, or sidewalks); change filters in air handlers; provide assistance to team of engineers, plumbers, painters, electricians, administrative, custodial, recycling, along with other work, as assigned and deemed necessary.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

If applicable, provide the number of employees and the jobs of the staff reporting to this job.

Responsibilities

%

of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

75%

Yes

The Sr. Building Maintenance Worker (Sr. BMW), under supervision, will perform semi-skilled tasks on a regular and continuing basis in one or more of the trades. While working independently or as a member of a crew, the Sr. BMW will support personnel in achieving goals through completion of either customer recharge or facilities related construction, maintenance, or repair work. Expected work includes, but not limited to: unclog toilets; perform graffiti removal of building exterior (windows, walls or other surfaces); Light Fixture maintenance work (through changing of ballast; replace spent lamps/lights); provide team support by working in conjunction with skilled trades personnel - assist where necessary through guidance; move office furniture (move office furniture from one suite to another; assemble modular furniture, partitions, or other small furnishing; or move furniture for disposal in support of Recycling); install and support ergonomics; provide assistance by raising or lowering desks; perform steward service to campus with clean-up jobs (remove trash or garbage left on sidewalks in/around campus buildings; removehomeless encampments whichmay include humanwaste/feces, wet or excessive garbage or through coordination with EH&S on other items (needles, fresh blood, or medical waste); remove waste and water, mopping restrooms due to leaks or other plumbing issues causing emergency assistance of trades; clean areas through pressure washing of exterior building, windows, or sidewalks); change filters in air handlers; provide assistance to team of engineers, plumbers, painters, electricians, administrative, custodial, recycling, along with other work, as assigned and deemed

necessary.

10%

Yes

Department steward and customer service representative by way of “See it/Fix It” programs or general auditsutilizing a proactive approach of providing corrective action to remedy issue (leaks, lights out, clean-ups, doors, windows, restrooms, etc.). Generate service order, research and order necessary material, and repair or replace parts/materials, resolving issues prior to customer reporting of building related matters.

5%

Yes

Systems: use of Maximocomputerized Maintenance Management System, Bear Buy, HBS or web-based programs to perform job duties (work order time entry, bi-monthly safety tailgate attendance, daily entry time in/out, ordering, etc.)

5%

Yes

Reporting: attend semi-monthly operation meetings (building and customer related work);

provide agingof work orders& productivity (compile/produce), and other datapertaining to duties.

5%

Yes

Training: attend/meet requirements of department (along with other skill-set non- requirement) consisting of: Safety tailgate training; EH&S training; Development training

 

100%

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15, 20) thenhighlight the totalsum (e.g., 1%)at the bottomof the columnand press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience performing semi-skilled building maintenance work or one (1) year as a Building Maintenance Worker; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform routine lighting installation
• Skill in reading Standard English text to follow through on written orders and carry out assignments.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Must be able to interact professionally with all members of the campus community and the public. Ability to use diplomacy to handle difficult situations such as complaints from customers.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations; adding, subtracting, and multiplying and dividing.
• Must be able to provide clearly written and understandable reports and instructions.
• Ability to distinguish between colors.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in wet or humid weather, and in fluctuating
  temperatures. Ability to work under adverse situations and conditions e.g. confined spaces, dirty, noisy, etc.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Possession of a valid California Driver License.
• Fingerprinting, background check and certified by a physical examination.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Skills and knowledge in the electrical trade. Ability to review entry-level technical data and mechanical and electrical. specifications and drawings. Skill in reading project specifications, blueprints, and technical trade related manuals.
• Basic computer skills to operate a personal computer and learn the use of software programs for work management.
• University and/or Medical Center environment experience.
• MS Access
   

About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment Opportunity
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 status under state or federal law.Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
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