Lead Machinist (8142C), Facilities Services #88337

About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world. About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world. At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups. We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence. Learn more about some of our accomplishments at Points of Pride. Departmental Overview Facilities Services works to continuously improve the campus in partnership with all members of the University community to ensure that classrooms, laboratories, and offices support teaching, learning and research. Through the efforts of over 400 dedicated staff members and serving over 10M building square feet and 1100 acres, Facilities Services includes the asset management program, custodial services, maintenance operations, engineering and technical services, environmental services, grounds operations, the Cal Zero Waste program. Position Summary The Lead Machinist services and repairs emergency generators, all types of fans, conveyors, compressors, and pumps. They operate large mechanical tools such as lathes, radial drills, drill presses, milling machines, balancing machines, and alignment tools. They replace bearings, repair shop equipment/tools, fabricate special parts, repair vacuum pumps, hydraulic systems, sharpen tools, service diesel and gasoline engines, and autoclaves. Responsibilities

TRADE EXPERTISE AND PROBLEM SOLVING - 60%

Responsibilities include: physical repair of campus buildings including research labs and animal facilities. Tasks routinely performed include the following: Specification of appropriate materials needed for each job. Coordination of work with other shops in buildings, classrooms, research labs and animal facilities. Knowledge of processes and procedures utilized by each individual shop. Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, work with manufacturer representatives and technical support. Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools and software through training and reading. Service, troubleshoot and repair all trade related equipment and other systems. Provide the end user with application information and technical support when needed. Coordinate warranty repairs when required. Responsibilities include: reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and instructions for repair and maintenance of equipment. Uses milling, drilling, grinding and welding tools as well as other machines related to the craft. Troubleshoot and repair pumps, shafts, bearings, hydraulic controls and regulators. Equipment maintenance and repair of conveyers, vacuum pumps, and compressors. Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the‑art tools and software through training and reading. Service, troubleshoot and repair all generators, engines, storage tanks and fuel delivery systems. Expertise in the fabrication of parts requiring exacting tolerances. This fabrication includes the use of calipers, welding equipment, and lathes, milling machines, drill presses, planers, balancers and grinders among others. Uses gas and electric welding tools efficiently. May work in closed or confined spaces. The ability to work safely on ladders and in small spaces within the campus environment. Set up and operate rigging to relocate or isolate equipment for repair and maintenance. Diagnose and troubleshoot condensate drain systems. Put together cost estimates for equipment repair and maintenance needs for the campus. Takes direction from the shop superintendent. The ability to work with other trades, project managers, campus clients and others to complete assigned tasks. Able to work independently when required. Coordinate appropriate repairs with other trades at PP‑CS. Work with all other trades to maintain all buildings in a good working order. Administrative Duties

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES - 30%

Interact with UC shop personnel. Balance MOP and recharge responsibilities as directed by management. Duties include using the Work Order Scheduling Program to schedule and dispatch work requests. Checks completed jobs for accuracy and performs timekeeping duties. Consult supervisor/or project superintendents who administer requirements and standards for modification projects. Keep accurate work records and complete paperwork in a neat and timely manner. Define and describe materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences. Serve as liaison with clients, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate department or superintendent. Obtain materials and equipment when requested. Maintain records of materials ordered, utilized and billed to others. Safety

SAFETY - 5%

Adhere to all University and departmental safety guidelines. Attend job‑related and safety training as required. Schedule and document monthly shop safety and craft meetings. Other

OTHER - 5%

Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must possess five years journeyman experience in a comparable position or related experience in a university, hospital or large building complex. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the use and operation of machine and hand tools as well as equipment used in the machinist trade. Working knowledge of metal fabrication principles and techniques. Additional knowledge in the working properties of various metals. Methods of operation, maintenance, installation and repair of industrial pumps, valves, hydraulic controls and actuators. General knowledge and a high level of skills in the use of welding and gas cutting equipment. Must possess knowledge and/or ability to learn and utilize the Work Order Scheduling Program to manage and assign shop work orders. Must possess knowledge to utilize correct tools, techniques and methods for handling specific tasks and projects by applying thorough knowledge of codes and the skills of a craftsperson. Extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of trade specific tasks and systems. Experience in commercial, institutional and computerized repair and maintenance systems. Must have the ability to operate all machinery and state‑of‑the‑art‑tools needed to perform skilled related job tasks. Ability to safely move supplies and objects up to 75 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation. Must possess excellent communication skills and ability to interact in a positive manner with campus community, including students, building managers, academic personnel, and craft personnel, in a diverse multi‑cultural environment. Ability to track jobs to completion and prioritize requirements. Ability to read information from equipment manufacturers manuals, service requests, layout sketches, blueprints, appropriate state and local government codes, trade‑specific manuals and practices, draft diagrams and schematics and to determine how the fixture or equipment should perform. Ability to communicate clearly over the telephone and two‑way radio. Ability to execute all job assignments in a timely manner. Knowledge of and/or ability to learn relevant building codes, DHI Standards, ADA Regulations, Fire Codes and University Accessibility guidelines. Education / Training Must have completed a four year apprenticeship program or equivalent. Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $76.70 (Step 3). This is a non‑exempt, bi‑weekly paid position. This is a full‑time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits. Driving Required Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. Other Information This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Skilled Crafts Unit (KB) between the University of California and the Alameda County Building and Construction Trades Council (ACBCTC). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Physical Exam Employment is contingent upon passing a physical exam. Misconduct As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional 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; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” Means Any Violation Of The Policies Or Laws Governing Conduct At The Applicant’s Previous Place Of Employment, Including, But Not Limited To, Violations Of Policies Or Laws Prohibiting Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Or Other Forms Of Misconduct; Discrimination, Dishonesty, Or Unethical Conduct, 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California, Berkeley