University of California San Diego
Location
La Jolla, CA | United States
Job description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 2/14/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 2/23/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
Under supervision of Landscape Services Superintendent, perform a variety of unskilled manual tasks. Clean and maintain outdoor tables, chairs, patio furniture and hardscape within outdoor public realm areas. Load and unload trucks and other vehicles. Collect recyclables from various locations on campus. Clean and maintain recycling and litter sites and receptacles, and loading docks on campus.
Clean outdoor areas; remove debris and refuse from work sites. operate blowers, pressure washing equipment, dispose of chipped branches and other debris at appropriate unloading sites. Assist skilled and semi-skilled workers by hauling, carrying, holding and lifting materials and equipment. Set up and maintain a safety zone with cones, barricades, safety tape to identify areas of landscape work. Operate, maintain and clean power tools, brush chipper, stump grinder, chainsaws or other Landscape Services tools in a correct and safe manner.
Assist Landscape Services personnel by maintaining shrub beds and other planted areas to include pulling weeds, raking and performing minor trimming of shrubs. Sweep, blow and/or shovel mud and debris from walkways, roads, building entrances and outdoor terraces in order to keep campus walkways and roadways safe and clear of debris. Effectively perform in a team oriented service environment. Provide expeditious, professional and courteous customer service. Effectively work with campus customers and co-workers to accomplish work with a high level of quality and efficiency.
Operate personal computer to access work assignments, special projects, customer communications, supervisor communications, timekeeping, employment benefits, policies and procedures, work-related internet use, email system, Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and automated timekeeping systems.
Ability to wipe down, clean and sanitize various types of outdoor furniture and fixtures.
Experience in performing basic sanitation duties including operating a broom, litter removal and use of cleaning supplies..
Experience safely operating, maintaining and cleaning landscape maintenance tools such as mowers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, line trimmers, chain saws, rakes, shovels, hoes, brooms, and other related landscape maintenance tools.
Basic experience using standard computer systems and applications including Microsoft Office Suite, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), electronic mail and web based applications.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact in a positive manner within a diverse community.
Ability to prioritize high volume work load subject to frequently changing priorities.
Ability to maintain acceptable work habits, punctuality, regularity of attendance and meet deadlines. Ability to follow through and carry out assignments
Ability to work effectively in a team-based, service oriented environment.
Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing and electronically.
Ability to build and maintain customer relationships through a professional approach in handling customer service needs and resolving problems efficiently.
Ability to problem-solve and exercise sound judgment in order to communicate and respond promptly with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks and follow oral and written instructions.
Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and participate in the DMV Pull Notice Program.
DOJ/FBI background checks and clearances required prior to employment.
DMV background check and clearance required prior to employment.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $40,653 - $52,555 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $19.47 - $25.17
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The A
About University of California San Diego
UC San Diego is an academic powerhouse and economic engine, recognized as one of the top 8 public universities by U.S. News and World Report. Innovation is central to who we are and what we do. Here, students learn that knowledge isn't just acquired in the classroom - life is their laboratory. UC San Diego's rich academic portfolio includes six undergraduate colleges, five academic divisions and five graduate and professional schools. The university's award-winning scholars are experts at the forefront of their fields with an impressive track record for achieving scientific, medical and technological breakthroughs.
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