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Physical Plant Laborer/Gardener (8097C) - Richmond Field Station
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.50 - $24.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Resource Groups
Disability insurance
Job Description
The University of California, Berkeley is one of the world’s leading public research universities, renowned for its academic and research excellence, public mission, and commitment to diversity, equity, and social justice. Established in 1868, UC Berkeley has a rich history of driving innovation and creating global intellectual, economic, and social value. The university strives to foster an inclusive community where students, faculty, and staff feel welcome and supported to reach their full potential. Berkeley emphasizes a culture of openness, freedom, and belonging, which sets it apart as a special place for learning and collaboration. The university is dedicated to providing... Show More
Job Requirements
- Demonstrate customer service skills and team focused behaviors
- Maintain good working relationships with customers, co-workers and staff
- Record of reliability, good attendance, punctuality and follow-through on jobs
- Work efficiently and follow all safety procedures
- Complete campus training for specific duties as needed
- Lift and maneuver items weighing up to 100 lbs safely
- Read, write and follow oral and written operational and safety instructions
- Read, write, and perform basic arithmetic calculations
- Track jobs for completion and prepare detailed reports of work done, time spent and materials used
- Ability to use and track work orders through computerized preventative maintenance program
- Work within small, tight, and confined spaces
- Possess a valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record
Job Qualifications
- Demonstrate customer service skills and team-focused behaviors
- Maintain good working relationships with customers, co-workers, and staff
- Record of reliability, good attendance, punctuality, and follow-through on jobs
- Ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 100 lbs safely
- Read, write, and follow oral and written operational and safety instructions
- Perform basic arithmetic calculations
- Use and track work orders through computerized preventative maintenance program
- Work within small, tight, and confined spaces
- Possess a valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Job Duties
- Perform manual tasks using hand tools and powered equipment
- Operate landscaping equipment including leaf blowers, mowers, edgers, and trimmers
- Maintain and repair landscaping, roads, walkways, and paved areas
- Rake and sweep leaves and debris around grounds and building entrances
- Use pneumatic tools, jackhammer, earth compactors, wood chipper, chainsaw, and cement mixer
- Operate gas-powered equipment such as riding mowers, forklifts, street sweepers, boom and scissor lifts
- Clean roof gutters, drainage ditches, and culverts
- Collect trash and recycling dumpsters using forklift for proper disposal
- Dig and shovel earth
- Pour concrete
- Perform general gardening duties like watering, weeding, pruning, and debris pickup
- Assist in conference room setups and moving furniture
- Support skilled crafts staff with projects and material handling
- Follow all safety procedures and departmental policies
- Use a computerized work order system to track and complete assigned tasks
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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