Senior Building Maintenance Worker

Job Summary

The Senior 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 is not limited to: replace faulty sink or basin faucets;

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); complete rough carpentry work such as; replace/repair cabinets and cabinet/closet doors, replace minor dry rot in floors and balconies, door frames, windows, screen doors; install safety bars on window and stairs, and install bulletin boards. Perform minor interior paint repairs, complete preparatory work for major painting projects and paint markings on asphalt or concrete floors or similar surfaces.

Provide assistance to team of engineers, plumbers, painters, electricians, administrative, custodial, recycling, along with other work, as assigned and deemed necessary.

Salary range: $28.50 - $38.36 (Hourly Rate). The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement will be guided by the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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:
West Campus/Parnassus Operations, East Campus/Mission Bay Operations, Engineering & Utilities, Infrastructure & Renewal Programs, Customer Service & Technology, Custodial Services, and 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; all FS leaders are expected to create a fair, equitable, safe, and supportive work environment where everyone can do their best work.

Housing Services is a division of Campus Life Services and is a self‑supporting auxiliary unit that provides housing and related services to Faculty, Students, Medical Residents, Clinical Fellows, and Post‑Doctoral Researchers.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic calculations; two years of experience in the performance of semi‑skilled building maintenance work, or one year as a Building Maintenance Worker; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skill in reading Standard English text in order to follow through on written orders and carry out assignments.
• Knowledge of building safety requirements.
• Ability to perform routine lighting installation.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Must be able to interact professionally with all members of the campus community and the general public. Use diplomacy to handle difficult situations such as complaints from customers.
• Ability to communicate and work cooperatively with vendors, University personnel and staff.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations; adding, subtracting, and multiplying and dividing. Ability to make accurate measurements.
• Must be able to provide clearly written and understandable reports and instructions.
• Ability to distinguish among colors.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in wet or humid weather, and in fluctuating temperatures.…