Type: Full-Time
Salary: Salary Grade: N/A
Posted: Today
Category: Custodial and Housekeeping
Lead Laborer
University of California Santa Barbara
Job Posting Details
Position Number: 40074852
Payroll Title: LABORER LD
Job Code: 8075
Job Open Date: 12/17/25
Application Review Begins: 1/5/2026
Department Code (Name): FDFT-Campus Dining
Percentage of Time: 100%
Union Code (Name): SX – Service Unit
Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Grade: N/A
Pay rate/range: Hiring/Budgeted Hourly Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.00/hr-$28.12/hr. Posting Hourly Range: The posting salary range for this position is $25.00/hr-$28.70/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.
Work Location: Portola Dining Commons, (may vary)
Working Days and Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 7 am – 3:30 pm (may vary)
Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A
Special Instructions:
For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement:
Housing, Dining & Auxiliary Enterprises houses 10,000 students, faculty and family residents on campus, provides support services for 9,300 students residing in the communities adjacent to the campus, serves 21,000 customers daily in its retail and board dining programs, manages the UCSB Campus Store and University Center, hosts 150,000 guests annually for conferences and meetings, manages a major events center (Events Center), and oversees the administration of transportation, parking and fleet services. Additional responsibilities in the HDAE portfolio include Administrative & Residential Information Technology (ARIT) and The Club & Guest House. HDAE employs 600 full-time employees and 1,800 student employees. HDAE maintains a physical plant of more than 3 million square feet of buildings and 250 acres of grounds and landscaping.
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Brief Summary of Job Duties:
The Lead Laborer serves as the custodial crew leader and is the working lead for a team of Sr. Custodians, student employees and seasonal workers, working various assignments. Responsible for work assignment and quality, safety, employee training, building security, oversight of special projects and maintenance tasks, emergency response and customer service. Also responsible for equipment maintenance for building. In compliance with division goals and objectives, affirms and implements the department Educational Equity Plan comprising short and long term objectives that reflect a systematic approach to preparing both students and staff for a success in a multicultural society. Works in an environment which is ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic. Works in a team environment.
Required Qualifications:
Work Experience
- 3 years of custodial or maintenance work experience in an institution and/or commercial setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma
Special Conditions of Employment:
- Satisfactory criminal history background check
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing up to 8 hours per shift.
- UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
- Work hours/days may vary.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
- Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Job Functions and Percentages of Time:
- Leadership and Communication – 30%
-Directs work of assigned staff.
* Assists and provides input to the manager for performance assessments.
* Discusses performance, attendance and quality control issues with employees; refers unresolved issues to supervisor.
* Works with management to establish annual goals in coordination with team members.
* Develops teamwork. Understands team dynamics. Represents crew members ideas to the manager.
* Coordinates team decision making process. Effectively delegates, coaches and motivates.
* Encourages their team to work together to achieve set goals. Directs staff to assist in projects related to day to day building maintenance and preventative maintenance, such as relamping, replacing screens, minor plumbing retrofits, installing amenities in bathrooms. Assures proper availability and use of equipment, tools and supplies.
* Trains and instructs employees in their duties.
* Coordinates and oversees the reporting process regarding building custodial and maintenance needs.
* Coordinates work with trades persons and confirms that required custodial projects have been completed in their area.
* Leads Team meetings regarding work rules, safety training, renovations, University policies, supply and equipment usage, customer service issues and other business.
* Communicates effectively orally, in writing and electronically. Participates in advanced training sessions and seminars.
* Sets an example through good attendance, including promptly reporting to work.
* Reports daily team member attendance to management.
* As team leader for Residential Dining Services, supports and implements management initiatives and assists management in achieving department goals.
- Technical Operations – 35%
-Dust mops, sweeps, damp mops, wet mops, buffs and high speed hard and resilient floors. Strips seals and finishes floors.
* Operates vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbing machines and buffers.
* Cleans stairs, hallways, corridors, walls, moldings, base-boards, outside steps, window sills and other designated areas.
* Cleans window coverings, heaters, and light fixtures.
* Cleans doors, partition glass, showers, glass panels, inside and outside windows at ground level.
* Polishes metal fixtures and handrails. Empties and cleans wastebaskets and other receptacles. May be required to pick up, lift and dump containers into dumpsters.
* Dusts, cleans and/or waxes cabinets, desks, furnishings, conference tables, wood wall paneling and other woodwork. -Cleans dining room tables, floor drains, mats, cart, and kitchen hoods.
* Performs on-the-spot cleaning inspections, correcting discrepancies immediately.
* Locks unoccupied areas/offices after cleaning.
* Responsible for minor maintenance and storage of equipment. -May haul, load and/or sets up chairs, tables, podiums, flags, and equipment for special functions.
* Performs other duties as assigned including special heavy duty kitchen cleaning during closure periods.
- Customer Service – 20%
-Responsible for cleanliness and customer satisfaction within the assigned area.
* Resolves service issues. Makes contact with building occupants and leads from other Department divisions regarding service concerns.
* Encourages and responds to customer feedback.
* Coordinates and schedules managers’ requests.
* Provides feedback to employees on service effectiveness -Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of department and campus
- Special Projects & Emergency Response – 10%
-Coordinates and oversees special project work (including floor work, minor renovations and construction cleanups).
* Processes paperwork.
* Assures compliance with department standards including inspection for quality control.
* Assists in coordinating emergency response teams and cleanups. Responds to all emergencies within the area.
- Safety & Security – 5%
-Maintains a functional awareness of the typical hazards of the work place as well as the special hazards that may be encountered at UCSB such as biohazards, chemicals, etc. -Monitors work place safety on a daily basis.
* Follows established procedures for dealing with such potential hazards.
* Communicates with the department manager regarding safety violations.
* Provides safety training for employees.
* Assures that safe practices are being followed.
* Promptly reports accidents on the job to department managers.
* Responsible for security in buildings within the assigned area.
* Assists in department lockup and unlock as needed.
UC Vaccination Programs Policy:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs. As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals** must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations – https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
**Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.
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.
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