University of California - Santa Barbara
Position Information
Position Number:
40074852
Payroll Title:
LABORER LD
Job Code:
8075
Open Date:
12/17/25
Location:
Portola Dining Commons (may vary)
Working Days/Hrs:
Tuesday - Saturday, 7 am - 3:30 pm (may vary)
Benefits:
Full Benefits
Salary Range (Budget):
$25.00‑$28.12 per hour
Salary Range (Posting):
$25.00‑$28.70 per hour
Job Overview The Lead Laborer is the custodial crew leader and oversees teams of senior custodians, student employees and seasonal workers across UCSB campus dining facilities. The role manages daily work assignments, quality control, safety, employee training, building security, special projects, emergency response, and customer service. The position supports the University’s Educational Equity Plan and promotes a diverse and collaborative workplace.
Responsibilities & Duties
Leadership and Communication (30%)
Direct staff work and provide performance feedback.
Assist managers with annual goal setting and performance assessments.
Conduct team meetings on safety, training, policies and customer service.
Delegate tasks and motivate the crew toward daily and project goals.
Report attendance and safety incidents to management.
Technical Operations (35%)
Perform custodial tasks: dusting, sweeping, mopping, polishing, and floor maintenance.
Operate vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbers, and buffers.
Maintain and repair cleaning equipment; assist with furniture setup for events.
Inspect work areas and correct discrepancies immediately.
Assist with special heavy‑duty kitchen cleans and other administrative duties.
Customer Service (20%)
Ensure cleanliness and satisfaction within assigned areas.
Respond to service issues and coordinate with building occupants and other departments.
Collect and act on customer feedback; schedule manager requests.
Maintain positive workplace relations across campus.
Special Projects & Emergency Response (10%)
Coordinate special projects including floor work, minor renovations and construction clean‑ups.
Process related paperwork and ensure the use of quality standards.
Participate in emergency response and cleanup operations.
Safety & Security (5%)
Maintain awareness of hazards and enforce safety protocols daily.
Provide safety training to crew; report accidents.
Assist with building lock‑up and unlock duties as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
3+ years of custodial or maintenance work in institutional or commercial settings.
Preferred:
High school diploma.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lb and stand for 8 hrs per shift.
Special Conditions
Satisfactory criminal history / background check.
No visa sponsorship available.
UCSB is a tobacco‑free environment.
Work hours and days may vary.
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.
Reasonable Accommodations Requests for accessible accommodations must be directed to Katherine Abad in Human Resources (805‑893‑4664 or katherine.abad@hr.ucsb.edu). Contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used to inquire about application status.
Privacy Notification Statement Privacy Notice and Availability of the UCSB Annual Security Report Disclosures as referenced on the UCSB website.
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Position Number:
40074852
Payroll Title:
LABORER LD
Job Code:
8075
Open Date:
12/17/25
Location:
Portola Dining Commons (may vary)
Working Days/Hrs:
Tuesday - Saturday, 7 am - 3:30 pm (may vary)
Benefits:
Full Benefits
Salary Range (Budget):
$25.00‑$28.12 per hour
Salary Range (Posting):
$25.00‑$28.70 per hour
Job Overview The Lead Laborer is the custodial crew leader and oversees teams of senior custodians, student employees and seasonal workers across UCSB campus dining facilities. The role manages daily work assignments, quality control, safety, employee training, building security, special projects, emergency response, and customer service. The position supports the University’s Educational Equity Plan and promotes a diverse and collaborative workplace.
Responsibilities & Duties
Leadership and Communication (30%)
Direct staff work and provide performance feedback.
Assist managers with annual goal setting and performance assessments.
Conduct team meetings on safety, training, policies and customer service.
Delegate tasks and motivate the crew toward daily and project goals.
Report attendance and safety incidents to management.
Technical Operations (35%)
Perform custodial tasks: dusting, sweeping, mopping, polishing, and floor maintenance.
Operate vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbers, and buffers.
Maintain and repair cleaning equipment; assist with furniture setup for events.
Inspect work areas and correct discrepancies immediately.
Assist with special heavy‑duty kitchen cleans and other administrative duties.
Customer Service (20%)
Ensure cleanliness and satisfaction within assigned areas.
Respond to service issues and coordinate with building occupants and other departments.
Collect and act on customer feedback; schedule manager requests.
Maintain positive workplace relations across campus.
Special Projects & Emergency Response (10%)
Coordinate special projects including floor work, minor renovations and construction clean‑ups.
Process related paperwork and ensure the use of quality standards.
Participate in emergency response and cleanup operations.
Safety & Security (5%)
Maintain awareness of hazards and enforce safety protocols daily.
Provide safety training to crew; report accidents.
Assist with building lock‑up and unlock duties as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
3+ years of custodial or maintenance work in institutional or commercial settings.
Preferred:
High school diploma.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lb and stand for 8 hrs per shift.
Special Conditions
Satisfactory criminal history / background check.
No visa sponsorship available.
UCSB is a tobacco‑free environment.
Work hours and days may vary.
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.
Reasonable Accommodations Requests for accessible accommodations must be directed to Katherine Abad in Human Resources (805‑893‑4664 or katherine.abad@hr.ucsb.edu). Contact information is for accommodation requests only and should not be used to inquire about application status.
Privacy Notification Statement Privacy Notice and Availability of the UCSB Annual Security Report Disclosures as referenced on the UCSB website.
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