Lead Building Maintenance Worker

Position Number: 40070602

Payroll Title: BLDG MAINT WORKER LD

Job Code: 8211

Job Open Date: 1/6/2026

Application Review Begins: 1/22/2026

Department Code (Name): STOR (Central Stores)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): SX- Service Unit

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: N/A

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $33.81 to $37.35/hour. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.

Work Location: RCVG-1050

Working Days and Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

As part of Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises (HDAE), Residential Operations is responsible for the physical plant administration of the HDAE portfolio that exceeds 4.3 million gross square feet of facilities that house over 10,000 residents on campus. In addition, the over 245 career staff in Residential Operations provide physical plant services to various University owned facilities including conference centers, administrative offices, the University Center, Events Center, The Club & Guest House, parking facilities, and retail operations that serve on average 21,000 customers daily and host over 150,000 guests annually. For all of campus departments including academic divisions, Residential Operations oversees the functions of Distribution & Logistical Services (DLS) inclusive of Furniture Services, Surplus Sales, Mail Services, Central Receiving, and Materiel Management & Logistics. The DLS Furniture Services & Surplus Sales programs operate on recharge and revenue, and the crew provides essential services to all departments and divisions across campus.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties:

The Furniture Services & Surplus Sales unit of Distribution & Logistical Services (DLS) is part of the Residential Operations department in Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises (HDAE). The Lead BMW schedules work requests, leads job duties, and reviews finished work orders to ensure the crew is following the workflows established with the computerized maintenance management software WebTMA. Job duties include but are not limited to office and lab relocations, furniture installations, modular systems furniture modifications, heavy equipment receiving and delivery that requires special handling, setup/takedown of rental furniture and equipment for large and small public events, pickup and the donation, re-sale, or disposal of inventorial and surplus property, as well as several related tasks at all University-owned properties. Consults with campus departments and the Manager to provide details on labor, material, and equipment resources required for job estimates. Responsible for coordinating and leading job requests and all administrative and operational workflows in the absence of the Manager. May perform other duties as assigned to meet the operational needs of the department, including weekend work shifts and after-hours overtime as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Use of basic tools, moving equipment including pallet jacks and motorized forklift; warehouse management; staff management including student staff; and project and special events management.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks; may also prioritize work for lower level incumbents.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Solid interpersonal skills to enable effective interactions with faculty, staff, and students.
• Proficient in Google suite applications. Basic proficiency with database software and work order management systems.
• Demonstrated skills in interpersonal communications; ability to instruct and mentor lower level staff, provide input on hiring, performance and disciplinary decisions.
• Provides outstanding customer service, exercising good judgement, displays excellent interpersonal skills and is professional in every respect.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 1-3 years Customer Service Experience.
• 1-3 years Exercises good judgement, demonstrates positive leadership, displays excellent interpersonal skills and is professional in every respect.
• 1-3 years Experience in semi-skilled building maintenance work or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• Able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional weekends may be required.
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an 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; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, 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

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 60% Job Lead - Works alongside as a Lead, assigns work orders, transmits instructions, explains tasks to workers, maintains time and material records for recharge, advises Manager of delays, resource problems, material and equipment needs and progress of assignments. Discusses work requirements with departmental representatives, estimates cost, and organizes labor and equipment resources as needed. Delegates tasks to other Building Maintenance Workers and student staff. Assists workers when problems occur and reviews quality of work afterwards. Oversees and assists in all aspects of installations of modular furniture also inventories material, reviews drawings, and specializes in modification and repair of modular components. Directs and assists delivery of large, heavy, delicate equipment which requires specialized handling. Oversees and assists in putting together furniture upon departmental request. Advises Supervisor in employee training, equipment operation safety, and opportunities to improve positive teamwork dynamics.

• 15% Estimate/Design Jobs - Estimates labor and material costs on jobs. Designs and lays out modular furniture installations or event rental furniture and equipment after consultation with customers. Responsible for coordinating job requests and all administrative and operational workflows in the absence of the Furniture Services Manager.

• 15% Public Events/Surplus - Oversees the delivery & pick-up of large, heavy or delicate equipment which require special handling. Oversees the delivery and set-up of rental equipment for larger public events such as Commencement. Assists in oversight of inventorial equipment management by assessing items for proper disposition. Assists in examining surplus equipment for condition and marketability: tests, repairs and cleans equipment if economical. Assists in setting prices and selling and/or reallocating equipment.

• 10% Other Duties - Attends relevant training to improve overall service to campus. Works as a team member with a diverse student body and staff. Develops, promotes, and adheres to safety rules, standards or techniques as an integral part of daily work. Works closely with other departmental and campus managers to effectively achieve the goals and objectives of HDAE. Performs other duties as assigned based on operational need.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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