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Senior Building Maintenance Worker
UC San Francisco (UCSF)San Francisco, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Apr 2026
About the role
As a Senior Building Maintenance Worker, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the exceptional campus physical environment at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Working under supervision, you will undertake a range of semi-skilled tasks in one or more trades, ensuring the smooth operation and upkeep of the campus facilities. Your work will directly contribute to the research, teaching, healthcare, and community service mission of the university, as well as support the recruitment and retention of top talent.
Location: 1505 4th street. San Francisco, CA.
- Perform semi-skilled tasks in one or more trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and painting.
- Support personnel in achieving goals through customer recharge and facilities-related construction, maintenance, and repair work.
- Replace faulty faucets, unclog toilets, and remove graffiti from building exteriors.
- Maintain light fixtures, change ballasts, and replace lamps/lights.
- Complete rough carpentry work, including cabinet repairs, minor dry rot repairs, and door frame replacements.
- Install safety bars on windows and stairs, and bulletin boards.
- Perform minor interior paint repairs and prepare for major painting projects.
- Paint markings on asphalt or concrete floors.
- Assist teams of engineers, plumbers, painters, electricians, and administrative staff as needed.
- Ensure a safe and supportive work environment, adhering to campus-wide PRIDE values and Principles of Community.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a building maintenance or related field.
- Knowledge of basic building maintenance practices and tools.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Physical ability to perform manual labor tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy objects.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record is required.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
- Commitment to creating a fair, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
N/A
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 here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
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.
Salary Information
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
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