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Laborer
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27130607 | Full Time | 7 AM - 4 PM | $40,653 - $55,770 |
Position Information
The Laborer relocates, assembles, and dismantles furnishings, equipment, materials, supplies, temporary structures, and stages for classes, meetings, special campus events or maintenance jobs. Performs loading, transportation, and unloading of trucks and other vehicles. Operates, cleans, and maintains tools and equipment. This position assists the UCR Transfer Station by emptying refuse and recycle bins, sweeping the area surrounding the bins, and removing litter. May assist other Facilities Services units with general housekeeping or tasks based on operational needs.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | Required |
Licenses
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Driver License | Required |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Forklift Certified | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 1 year working experience as a laborer, general maintenance, facilities, warehouse or related experience; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience. | Preferred |
| Experience performing routine custodial duties such as cleaning, mopping, sanitizing restrooms, and vacuuming. | Preferred |
| Experience performing general maintenance, facilities, warehouse, or related heavy manual tasks. | Required |
| Experience in the safe operation of vehicles such as pick-ups with lift gates, stake beds, box trucks, boom trucks and fork lifts. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check through the DOJ and FBI prior to appointment start date. | Required |
| Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination prior to appointment start date. | Required |
| Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. | Required |
| Must wear University issued uniform and follow departmental uniform guidelines. | Required |
| Overtime | Required |
| Public Driving Record | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Ability to perform general maintenance, facilities, warehouse, or related heavy manual tasks.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work effectively, following through on assignments with minimal direction and fluctuating workload.
Ability to perform basic math calculations. Ability to read plans and specifications.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays) as needed to accommodate campus event schedules.
Skill to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and the ability to choose the proper materials and equipment required to complete work in the most expeditious and safe manner.
Ability to perform work in compliance with industry and campus safety protocols.
Ability to utilize safety glasses, gloves, or other safety equipment. Ability to safely move heavy objects such as large refrigerators, staging, laboratory instruments and tables, etc. utilizing various material handling equipment including, but not limited to, hydraulic pallet jacks, appliances, furniture, heavy equipment dollies, rolling carts, hydraulic lifts, and manual lifts.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work effectively, following through on assignments with minimal direction and fluctuating workload.
Ability to perform basic math calculations. Ability to read plans and specifications.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays) as needed to accommodate campus event schedules.
Skill to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and the ability to choose the proper materials and equipment required to complete work in the most expeditious and safe manner.
Ability to perform work in compliance with industry and campus safety protocols.
Ability to utilize safety glasses, gloves, or other safety equipment. Ability to safely move heavy objects such as large refrigerators, staging, laboratory instruments and tables, etc. utilizing various material handling equipment including, but not limited to, hydraulic pallet jacks, appliances, furniture, heavy equipment dollies, rolling carts, hydraulic lifts, and manual lifts.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems.
Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, web-based Work Order System, etc.).
Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, web-based Work Order System, etc.).
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview