Equipment Laborer - TP132695

UC San Diego is searching for a dedicated Equipment Laborer to support the construction and assembly of oceanographic research equipment for a 6-month temporary assignment.

Duration: This role is anticipated to last 6 months.

Compensation: $20.78/hour. Eligible for paid holidays and vacation/sick leave. Medicalbenefits also available.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30A - 5:00P

Location: 100% on-site on campus in La Jolla.

As an Equipment Laborer, your primary responsibility will be to assist our technical staff in research equipment fabrication and warehouse support.

• Our ideal candidate must be comfortable building and assembling equipment and following detailed instructions or blueprints.

• They will possess basic knowledge of hand tools, carpentry tools, and simple hardware components such as bolts, screws, washers, and nuts.

• They must be comfortable working in a warehouse/laboratory environment where they may be working with equipment that has been exposed to the ocean

• Physical capability is essential, as the role involves lifting and carrying items weighing up to 75lbs.

• Must have a Valid Driver license.

What does this role entail?

Drifter Fabrication

• Assisting in the fabrication process of drifters (oceanographic devices).

• Sorting and organizing drifter components to prepare for assembly.

• Counting discrete inventoried components based on staff instructions.

Package Handling

• Receiving and processing incoming packages related to oceanographic instruments.

• Making these packages available to designated staff members.

• Packaging and dropping off outgoing packages as directed by staff.

General Upkeep

• Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.

• Ensuring the proper storage and care of equipment and materials.

• Keeping the shop and studio areas tidy and functional.

Your role is crucial in supporting our technical staff, and attention to detail and adherence to instructions are essential.

If you enjoy hands-on work and are a proactive team player with the required skills and a willingness to contribute to various tasks, we encourage you to apply.

The successful candidate must be able to pass the following checks:

• Reference Check

• Background Check

• Respiratory Mask Fit Test

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: 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.

a. "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 harassment, 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