Building Operations Technician
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Position Information
Job Title Building Operations Technician
Union Level
Department Physical Plant (SF)
Campus San Francisco
Posting Number 201304188P
Full or Part Time Full Time
Number of Months 12
Work Schedule 5 days per week, 8 hours per day
Position End Date
Open Date 10/23/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5)
business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business
day of the posting period.
Sponsorship This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose Under the general supervision of the Director of Building Operations, performs duties related to general building maintenance and repairs at the San Francisco Campus and Union City Dental Care Center.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is
foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We
prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and
responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race,
gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel
students, faculty, and staff.
EMPHASIS : General building maintenance and repair; student lab and clinic
support.
Essential Functions
Perform general building and dental equipment maintenance and repairs as
required; maintain and repair fixtures, furnishings and equipment.
Perform daily inspection of facility to ensure readiness for occupant use;
coordinate with additional resources to complete necessary adjustments to
facility; report larger issues to Director or Manager as needed.
Order and obtain necessary parts and materials required for the efficient
operation and maintenance of the dental school according to established
policies and procedures.
Maintain equipment and materials inventories as required.
Provide assistance and direction for contractors, vendors and other
service personnel.
Assist with special projects and minor improvement projects.
Provide coverage for other staff members as directed.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director or Manager, Building
Operations or designee.
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of:
General facility maintenance and repairs.
General fire, life, emergency and safety equipment and procedures.
Basic computer skills to include email and internet use.
Ability to:
Use tools associated with general building and dental equipment repairs.
Diagnose problems related to the dental school equipment and offer
solutions. • Keep accurate
records and maintain inventory of replacement parts needed for all
equipment.
Experience:
Minimum two years of experience in general building maintenance/repairs.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Working Conditions:
Position requires incumbent to drive on university business. Position is
full-time, eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days per week.Shifts are
from 1:00PM to 10:00PM.
Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens may reasonably be
anticipated; personal protective equipment will be provided to reduce or
eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.
Position requires extensive use of personal protective equipment such as
eyewear, hearing protection, gloves, etc.
Incumbent must be able to work varying shifts to include evenings and
weekends or in the event of an emergency.
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of:
Knowledge of basic Microsoft Word, Excel, and building management systems,
work order software and event management system desirable.
Dental equipment repair helpful.
Ability to:
Project a professional image, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and
communicate in a collegial and professional manner with administrators,
faculty, staff, students and public.
Utilize building management system and email to communicate and manage
work.
Work independently and prioritize assignments to complete projects in a
timely manner.
Accurately follow verbal and written instructions, maintain accurate
records and provide clearly written and understandable reports.
Take initiative in time management, organize assignments and set
priorities to meet multiple deadlines.
Work productively under pressure with minimal supervision; contribute and
collaborate positively within a team environment.
Work effectively with multiple interruptions.
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, problem solving, judgment,
customer service and follow-through skills.
Problem solve using critical thinking and deductive reasoning.
Experience:
Prior experience working with mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors,
and compressed air and vacuum systems.
Experience in an academic or professional environment desirable.
Education:
Trade, technical or vocational training is highly desirable.
Licenses:
Valid California Class C driver license desirable.
Other:
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds
and cultures.
Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion
in a university setting.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and
knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential
functions.
Position requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing
and reaching during majority of working hours.
Frequently required to perform simple manipulative tasks such as using
hand tools and operating maintenance machinery.
Use of ladders of various height and types can be expected.
Position requires lifting objects of up to 60 pounds.
Hiring Range $25.99- $34.43 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific
complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting
conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial
findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation,
or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven
years.
Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
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Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
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Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
Yes
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