Laborer; LABORER

Reporting to the Grounds Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing outdoor custodial maintenance, trash and recycling collection and moving furniture and equipment for various campus events.

November 16th 2026 by 11:59PM

Minimum Qualifications
- For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
• No minimum education required
• Experience using basic hand tools and equipment, including pressure washers.
• Experience troubleshooting, minor maintenance and repair small engine and equipment failures.
• Experience to safely operate a variety of small vehicles and large, two axle trucks and accessory equipment.
• Experience following written schedules.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning principles and procedures, recycling procedures and of types of recyclables and contamination.
• Knowledge of approved safety devices and practices.
• Skill to work from maps, drawings, sketches and oral direction.

• Knowledge of campus buildings and locations.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and learn the use of software programs for work management.
• Ability to operate and communicate effectively using a two-way radio.
• Ability to work successfully in a team and/or an independent work environment.

• 60% - Trash and Recycling Collection
• 15% - Outdoor Custodial Maintenance
• 10% - Moves Equipment
• 10% - Work Tracking
• 5% - Operates Equipment

Grounds and Landscape Services provides outdoor maintenance and care of the Campus landscape and hardscape, including roadways, walkways and signage, throughout Campus.

• Salary or Pay Range: $26.78/hr.
  
  - $34.63/hr.
• Salary Frequency:
  Bi-weekly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  LABORER
• UC Job Code: 008076
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 5 or 6am-1:30 or 2:30pm or Tues-Sat 6am-2:30pm
• Location:
  
  Davis
• Union Representation: SX-Service Workers
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

• Standing
  - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking
  - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting
  - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs
  - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs
  - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs
  - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs
  - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs
  - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs
  - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping
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