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Department Summary

UCLA Recreation is a large department within the Division of Campus Life in Student Affairs with approximately 90 full-time career and contract and over 1,000 part-time employees. UCLA Recreation provides extensive access to a broad range of recreational activities and wellbeing services, and offers programming which encompasses the competitive, passive, social, cultural, and instructional aspects of recreational activity. In addition, the department manages 15 of the University's recreational and athletic facilities offering recreation, competition, and numerous multi-use options for student and university events.
Position Summary

The Marine Operations Technician is directly responsible for the care and repair of all boats, engines, and equipment used at the UCLA Marina Aquatic Center. Additionally, the Marine Operations Technician is responsible for scheduling facility and grounds maintenance, as well as assisting with the supervision of major facility repairs. Duties include planning, coordinating, and performing both daily and preventative maintenance of watercraft, engines, equipment and facilities. The Marine Operations Technician also provides input to the Marina Aquatic Center Director regarding the use, operation, and maintenance of vessels, equipment, and facilities.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

two years of experience in the performance of semi-skilled Facilities Mechanic work, or one year as a Facilities Mechanic Worker; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Preferred)

1. Demonstrated skill in repairing fiberglass, carbon fiber, polyethylene, and inflatable boats to as-new condition. Demonstrated ability to repair outboard engines of varying manufacturers and design. Ability to repair and maintain sailboat rigging. (Required)

2. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. (Required)

3. Ability to design and teach shop safety seminars. (Required)

4. Knowledge of rowing shells and rigging. Current knowledge of marine laws, rules, policies, products and procedures, integral to small craft operation. Comfortable with online repair tracking systems. (Preferred)

5. Knowledge of how to operate various sail, paddle and power watercraft safely on the open ocean and to instruct or supervise unskilled participants in proper boat handling. (Preferred)

6. Ability to utilize marine paints, varnishes, thinners and epoxies with professional skill, while knowledgeable and mindful of health and safety precautions during use. (Required)

7. Skill in managing the repair facilities needed to support Marina Aquatic Center programming, including appropriate use of tools and materials, and maintenance of parts inventory. Skill in examining marine craft for damage. Skill in maintaining an inventory of equipment and repair parts. (Required)

8. Skill in supervision of part-time staff, students and volunteers. (Preferred)

9. Ability to lift fifty pounds, climb ladders, and work outdoors in inclement weather and wet conditions. The ability to swim and be comfortable in and around water. (Required)

10. Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner during periods of heavy work loads, changing assignments, or pressure of deadlines. (Required)

11. Ability to work independently with frequent distractions. Ability to work as part of a professional team and to collaborate effectively with colleagues. (Required)

12. Skills in and basic understanding of electrical wiring, plumbing, heating and cooling systems, dock mechanisms to be able to maintain, troubleshoot, repair and/or supervise/oversee contracted technicians with respect to facility maintenance and repair (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic calculations; and demonstrated mechanical aptitude. (Required)

Valid California Driver's License and ability to operate a motor vehicle in the course of performing job duties. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule

8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PT/variable based upon operational needs.
Union/Policy Covered

K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA
Complete Position Description

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