Department Summary

At UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services (H&HS), you become part of UCLA's tradition of excellence by providing quality housing, dining, and hospitality services to student-residents, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. We believe there's more to a job than simply being employed. In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and retirement plans, H&HS team members enjoy significant opportunities for professional and personal growth in a supportive work environment. No matter what your role, you will join more than 2,600+ H&HS team members who understand that our motto Hospitality First! means that a warm, gracious attitude makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Department Manager and the Supervisor/Lead, incumbent is responsible for providing support to properties managed by UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services. The Facilities Worker performs unskilled tasks not requiring a licensed technician, involving the installation, removal, diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of various parts, equipment, and assemblies on a regular and continuous basis. Assist Facilities Mechanics with more skilled tasks related to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, doors, windows, building hardware appliances, floor and ceiling systems, roofing, and basic construction methods. The position is physically demanding and the necessity to work varying and sometimes extended hours under difficult conditions should be expected. Prepare forms and paperwork associated with the various tasks.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

1 year Experience working on basic plumbing fixtures, wiring, 120/277v & 12v/24v electrical systems, motors, fans, heaters, air conditioners, and controls. (Preferred)

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English at a level sufficient to properly carry out job duties. (Required)

Knowledge of safety standards and safe working practices. Ability to read and understand all applicable policies, procedures, and rules. (Required)

Some basic knowledge of plumbing fixtures & procedures, electric theory, wiring, and 120/277v & 12v/24v electrical systems. (Required)

Working knowledge of mechanical equipment including motors, fans, heaters, air conditioners, and controls. Some knowledge of building materials & equipment. (Preferred)

Working knowledge of cardkey door locks and their operating systems. Ability to use a portable programmer to find and solve problems. (Preferred)

Ability to select appropriate tools for each task assigned and to use these tools properly and safely. Knowledge and skill in operating all hand and power tools standard to the maintenance and construction trades. (Preferred)

Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, plus the ability to understand fractions, decimals and percentages. The ability to compute basic formulas such as area calculations. Some basic operational knowledge of personal computers and some experience with basic computer software including Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel. (Required)

Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with staff, management, students, residents, guests, and contractors. (Required)

Ability to stand, crawl, walk and stoop, push, pull and lift/lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist high and rotate upper torso. Ability to lift material and parts, up to 50 lbs. from shoulder to above head while standing on a ladder. Willingness to work in dirty or noisy conditions, in wet or humid weather, or in extreme temperatures. Capable of distinguishing different colors. (Required)

The ability to drive a car, pick-up truck, van, or electric cart. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License. (Required)

Ability to work overtime and varying shifts, including nights and weekends on a regular basis. (Required)

Knowledge and experience in the use of building and maintenance parts and materials, and standard hand and power tools. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

CA Driver's License Current (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Color Vision Testing

Back-lifting Exam (Required)

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Union/Policy Covered

K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA
Complete Position Description

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