SCUBA Technician

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The IRD for this job is:12-17-2024

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (EEB), is devoted to the study of ecological and evolutionary processes in marine and terrestrial and freshwater environments. The past 30 years have seen several revolutions in our understanding of how the biological world works. Advances in both analytical and genetic methods have given us a far more sophisticated understanding of the complexities of ecological and evolutionary processes in the natural world. Biologists at UCSC have played and will continue to play an important part in these advances, and the campus programs offer unique educational opportunities in biology that feature small class sizes and extensive faculty-student interactions.

Class offerings, as well as research opportunities, focus on the varied natural environments in the Monterey Bay region, throughout the western US, and in more distant locations such as Mexico, Tahiti, Australia, and the Far East. This emphasis on field studies is a unique focus of our variety of undergraduate majors, within this context they address not only basic ecological and evolutionary processes, but also the application of this knowledge to improve conservation strategies and environmental quality.

More information can be found at: https://www.eeb.ucsc.edu/

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Diving and Boating Safety Officer (DSO), the Long Marine Laboratory (LML) SCUBA Technician manages and performs the SCUBA cleaning of LML's large 30-foot deep seawater pool, oversees pool cleaning schedules, and coordinates volunteers in the SCUBA Pool Cleaning Program.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary: $20.81 - $21.23/hour. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

Benefits Level Eligibility: None

Schedule Information:

• Part-time, Variable
• Percentage of Time: 12.5%, 5 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Any day of the week. Schedule to be determined with supervisor.
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: Limited appointment

Job End Date: 5 months from hire date, with possibility of extension

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: SX Union

Job Code Classification: 009606 (LAB HELPER)

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

80% - Pool Cleaning

• Perform weekly site inspections of pool such as monitoring debris and algae levels, pool coating conditions, and reporting any needed repairs to LML facilities and the Diving and Boating Safety Officer (DSO).
• Perform underwater SCUBA cleaning of the LML pool while utilizing specialized equipment such as hydraulic scrubbers and vacuum systems to extract debris and buildup.
• Perform underwater hand scrubbing of LML pool when needed for finer debris and buildup extraction.
• Establish LML pool cleaning schedule and ensure schedule doesn't conflict with scheduled research projects in the pool compound.
• Responsible for assembling sufficient manpower (via the SCUBA Pool Cleaning Program) to complete the weekly cleaning needs of the pool.
• Establish, coordinate and manage large bi-annual pool cleaning events with staff, volunteers and researchers.
• Work with the Scientific Diving Officer in compiling SCUBA volunteer list, organize cleaning groups, and direct cleaning tasks to staff, volunteers and students participating in LML's SCUBA Pool Cleaning Program.

10% - Organization and Documentation

• Maintain SCUBA, CPR, AED, O2 and first aid certification, and renew as needed.
• Work with DSO to ensure volunteers and staff in LML's SCUBA Pool Cleaning Program are current on all trainings and certifications.
• Oversees and ensures all pool cleaners are entering diver log information correctly in Webdiver and in a timely manner.
• Track and log all diver cleaning schedules.

5% - Cleaning Equipment Maintenance

• Check and monitor all pool cleaning equipment and ensure equipment is operational for each session.
• Store pool equipment and tools in a proper manner.
• Report equipment needs, supplies and service repairs to LML facilities and the DSO.

5% - Miscellaneous

• Provides support as needed to DSO, Assistant DSO and/or LML facilities when needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• Must possess a Scientific Dive certification through an AAUS accredited institution.
• Ability to physically pass the swim/skin/SCUBA skills tests relevant to the position's needs.
• General knowledge of SCUBA equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work independently, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Good organizational skills.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive dive experience in the Monterey Bay area.
• Scientific diving certification through UCSC.
• Familiarity with underwater pool cleaning equipment.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
• Must possess CPR/First Aid/AED certification or have the ability to obtain it within 60-calendar days of hire.
• Ability to move 50 lbs., with or without accommodation
• Must possess a Scientific Dive certification through an AAUS accredited institution
• Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
• The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

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