Sr Building Maintenance Worker
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
Facilities Management (FM) Landscape Services Division works throughout the campus to maintain the landscape, hardscape and urban forests of UCSD. The division works with campus facilities and planning offices in order to provide an aesthetically pleasing landscape conducive to learning, while offering excellent customer service. Maintaining over 1,200 acres of campus landscape, 10 miles of roadways, 28 acres of sports fields, and 25,000 trees in our urban forests, as well as the removal of over 10,000 tons annually of solid waste and recycling, Landscape Services is a key player in the University’s efforts to conserve and protect natural resources. Under supervision, perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks in grounds landscape and hardscape maintenance, (including streets, walkways and fences). Responsibilities include: alterations, repair and renovation projects. Read and interpret blueprints, landscape and planting plans, irrigation plans and specifications. Interpret and perform projects as requested through work orders and service requests.
Qualifications
Ability to pour and mold concrete in the construction of side-walks, steps, streets, vaults, walls, curbs, etc. Ability to cut, remove and repair broken concrete. Ability to read and apply blue prints, building codes, specifications, rules and regulations. Ability to operate pneumatic or electric jackhammers, vibrators, and power saws and other landscape equipment. Ability to calculate slopes and grades in the construction of sidewalks and drain lines. Knowledge of and ability to make minor irrigation repairs and alterations. Knowledge and ability to determine and calculate materials necessary for a job. Substantial experience working in landscape and hardscape construction, repair and maintenance. Ability to plan, follow through and effectively carry out assignments. Knowledge and understanding of related safety procedures and practices related to power equipment and tools. Ability to work effectively in a service oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities. Ability to interact effectively, courteously and professionally with all members of the university community. Ability to work effectively in a team-based, service oriented environment. Solid problem-solving skills and sound judgment. Ability to coordinate work with other grounds personnel. Knowledge and ability to use related hand and power tools. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Ability to handle the physical requirements of the job. Ability to build and maintain customer relationships through a professional approach in handling customer service needs and resolving problems efficiently. Basic computer skills to check email, enter time and material data and to complete electronic records. Ability to drive a University vehicle and comply with all state and federal laws in its operation.