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University of California, San Francisco

Groundskeeper and Sorter

CAFull-time

9mo

FS Facilities Services

Full Time

80554BR

Job Summary

UCSF Fresno Facilities Operations provides support to the Fresno Campus and its users in providing services in the areas of engineering, maintenance, custodial, grounds, waste management, meeting/event management and transportation. Fresno Facilities works closely with local UCSF Fresno environmental health and safety and security services to provide a healthy and safe environment for our learners, staff, and faculty. The UCSF Fresno Regional Campus is an educational and clinical branch campus of UCSF that is in the Central San Joaquin Valley and is administered by the Office of the Associate Dean in Fresno. UCSF Fresno is focused on improving health in California’s San Joaquin Valley through excellence in medical education (physician training) and patient care and innovative clinical research and community partnerships. The UCSF Fresno Regional Campus supports 9 residency programs, 17 fellowship programs, 3 PA programs, the SJV Prime and SJV Prime+ medical student program and several pipeline programs.

Under the general direction of the General Services Operations Manager, the Groundskeeper/Sorter will perform general groundskeeping duties, and refuse sorting, loading dock maintenance and material data collection. This function directly works toward reducing the percentage of material UCSF carbon neutrality goals. This position is expected to perform assignments under various weather conditions and various terrains, including stairs, sidewalk, hills, slopes, and rocky foot paths.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $28.50 - $38.36 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

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 450 professional staff and acts as steward for over $125 million annually in operating and capital funds to achieve its goals in operating and maintaining UCSF. FS is organized into 7 operating units: (1) West Campus/Parnassus Operations, (2) East Campus/Mission Bay Operations, (3) Engineering & Utilities, (4) Facilities Renewal and Project Delivery, (5) General Services (Custodial, Landscape, Waste Management), (6) Customer Service & Technology, and (7) Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, including Administration & Communications.

FS adheres to and supports campus wide P.R.I.D.E. values and the Principles of Community, and all FS leaders are expected to create a fair, equitable, safe, and supportive work environment where everyone can do their best work. FS leaders share accountability for the overall success of the operation and strive towards a high-performance work environment. We value innovation, creative problem solving, and diligent follow-through.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Current California Driver’s License
  • Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in sorting, recycling, compost, and landfill materials or comparable experience
  • Working knowledge of water management and irrigation repair
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated experience safely operating and maintaining power tools
  • Ability to work without direct supervision and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to perform work on schedule in a safe and timely manner
  • Ability to deliver high quality customer service and to respond to the customer’s needs
  • Ability to kneel, stoop, and stand for long periods of time
  • Climb and work on extension ladder

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in general groundskeeping/landscape maintenance
  • Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing in English with customers and department staff at all levels
  • Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ornamental and California native plants

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

008212 BLDG MAINT WORKER SR

Job Category

Trades and Services

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Service Unit (AFSCME-SX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Fresno, CA

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

7:00am - 3:30pm