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Laborer/Gardener (8097C), Facilities Services - 56592
University of California, Berkeley
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Posted: 27-Jul-23
Location: Berkeley, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4432042
Laborer/Gardener (8097C), Facilities Services - 56592
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.
Departmental Overview
Facilities Services works to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning and research. Through the efforts of over 400 dedicated staff members and serving over 10M building square feet and 1100 acres, Facilities Services includes the asset management program, custodial services, maintenance operations, engineering and technical services, environmental services, grounds operations, the Cal Zero Waste program.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: August 8, 2023
Responsibilities
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
- Perform weeding cultivation, ground cover pruning, vine and shrub pruning, mulching, and leaf pickup.
- Water by manual sprinklers, hose and spike, portable sprinklers, and supplementing automatic systems.
- Assist tree crew with sucker removal: brush pickup and chipping.
- Assist mowing crew with power mowers, edging, and blowing clippings off hardscape.
LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION/REPAIR
- Perform demolition: soil preparation, including amendment, rototilling, and grading; install plant material; install and/or repair header boards; renovate turf-scalp, overseed top dress, and/or lay sod.
- Assist with installation, repair, and/or relocation of grounds furnishings; erosion control.
- Assist with installation and repair of irrigation systems.
BEAT POLICING/INSPECTION
- Pick up and remove litter and debris: empty trash boxes and replace as necessary: strip posters and flyers, etc. from all non-designated structures. Inspect and observe beat and report problems to proper personnel regarding: irrigation, pest infestations, tree hazards; surfaces and furnishings in need of repair and/or replacement; safety hazards; general landscape problems (stressed or declining plants including trees, erosion, etc.); and vandalism/graffiti.
IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE
- Perform head/valve cleaning.
- Fill in holes and low spots around heads.
- Perform minor head adjustments and/or repairs.
TREE MAINTENANCE
- Perform tree trimming and thinning, up to 25', utilizing ladders and appropriate safety equipment; tree pollarding (i.e. sycamores); small tree removal and brush chipping and removal.
MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES
- Clean drain covers and catch basins; clean building entrances and pathways, power washing hardscape, operate power mowers, and clean window wells.
- Perform creek-bed clean-up; road cleaning; hillside maintenance (brush and weed cutting and litter pickup); fire trail maintenance; log splitting and other related tasks.
- Assist tree crew in emergency situations.
SAFETY
- Adhere to all university and departmental safety guidelines.
- Attend job-related and safety training as required.
OTHER
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge and ability to properly operate, and provide daily/weekly basic maintenance of landscape maintenance equipment such as lawnmowers, edgers, weed whips, blowers, vacuums, hedge trimmers, splitters, stump grinders, sprayers, aerators, verticutters, turf aerators, sod cutter, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow oral/written instructions provided in English.
- Ability to interact in a positive manner with the campus community, including students, building managers, academic personnel, and craft personnel, in a multicultural environment.
- Knowledge of ANSI A 300 Part 1-Standard Pruning Practices.
- Twelve months of experience in a grounds operation; or an equivalent
- combination of training and experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in grounds work and safe work practices.
- Must be able to drive small trucks.
- Must be able to work cooperatively in a group setting.
- Ability to work outdoors in fluctuating and/or extreme weather conditions.
- Must be available to respond to emergencies and work occasional overtime and on weekends/holidays.
- Adhere to Facilities Services work rules and Code of Conduct.
- The employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $24.29 (step 1.0) - $36.79 (step 22.0).
- This is a 100% full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
- This position is non-exempt and paid bi-weekly.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Driving Required
A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.
Other Information
This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Service Unit (SX) between the University of California and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/sx/index.html
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Mandated Reporter
This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California 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, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=56592&PostingSeq=1
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About University of California, Berkeley
The University of California was chartered in 1868 and its flagship campus - envisioned as a "City of Learning" - was established at Berkeley, on San Francisco Bay. Today the world's premier public university and a wellspring of innovation, UC Berkeley occupies a 1,232 acre campus with a sylvan 178-acre central core. From this home its academic community makes key contributions to the economic and social well-being of the Bay Area, California, and the nation.
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