Under general supervision of the Senior Superintendent for Mechanical HVAC, provide direct supervision to multi-skilled trade personnel on ventilation corrective/preventative maintenance and construction projects. Assign work and provide expert technical ventilation support for the installation, inspection, maintenance and service of ventilation systems. Direct the service and repairs on a variety of campus ventilation systems including air handlers, return and exhaust fans, fume hoods, perchloric hoods, BSC cabinets and various other HVAC systems. Oversee database for annual fume hood certification insuring all hoods are up to date on certification requirements. Work directly with Work Flow Analyst (WFA) to complete annual master list for Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) records. Supervise mechanics on corrections associated with Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) inspections and associated record keeping and auditing.

Apply By Date: October 16 th 2026, by 11:59PM

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Certification in a specialty skilled trade.
• Required to hold a valid California 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
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Progressively responsible experience coordinating maintenance in a large commercial, institutional, or research facility, including experience directing skilled trades personnel, planning and scheduling work, assessing priorities, documenting performance, and managing safety and service expectations.
• Experience supervising or serving as a lead for HVAC or ventilation staff and coordinating work in laboratories or other critical environments is strongly preferred.
• Sufficient familiarity with ventilation systems and trade practices to scope work, recognize operational risks, review technical findings, and obtain appropriate specialist support; independent journey-level troubleshooting and air balancing are responsibilities of the assigned mechanics
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance work, including staffing, materials, schedules, backlogs, urgent needs, work quality, documentation, and regulatory/compliance requirements in occupied and research facilities.
• Working knowledge of commercial and laboratory ventilation systems, with the ability to assess risks and results, coordinate qualified technical staff, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and use work management, scheduling, spreadsheet, and reporting systems to track work, resources, costs, and performance.
• Ability to supervise and develop employees by assigning work, setting expectations, coaching and evaluating performance, addressing performance concerns, and consistently applying University policies, labor agreements, and safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled at customer service using interpersonal, oral and written communication to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of management, counterparts, contractors, clients, and craft workers with diplomacy, tact and professionalism.
• Analytical skill to read and interpret technical data, mechanical and structural specifications, blueprints, diagrams, shop drawings, cfm calculations, and associated instrumentation data.
• Skills to maintain up to date records regarding fume hood certifications required annually and required AAALAC data entry.
• Computer skills to manage work assignments; plan, track, manage costs and schedules. Knowledge of departmental budgetary process. Knowledge of University, campus and department policies, procedures and standard practices.

Key Responsibilities

• 65% - Staff Supervision, Development and Management
• 20% - Documentation Quality and Compliance
• 15% - Safety and Stakeholder Coordination

Department Overview

Building Maintenance Services provides comprehensive repair and maintenance support for all research, academic, and classroom facilities across the UC Davis campus. The department is responsible for maintaining over 12 million square feet of space spanning more than 1,200 buildings, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations. by highly skilled, multi-trade professionals, Building Maintenance Services delivers expertise in a wide range of building systems, including electrical, elevator, and alarm systems; mechanical systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), sheet metal, and refrigeration; plumbing and hot water systems; and structural trades including carpentry, flooring, pest control, locks and keys, painting, and roofing.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $97 , 500.00 /yr. - $182 , 700.00 /yr.
• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: SKLD CRAFTS TRADES SUPV 2
• UC Job Code: 005044
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100 %
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Location: Davis
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees .

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life , short/long term disability , pet insurance , legal coverage , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave , Family & Medical Leave , Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

This position is subject to completion of a Pre-Placement Medical Exam provided by Employee Health Services at no charge to the applicant. This position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License. Participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. This is an exempt position. The workweek for a full-time exempt employee is normally considered to be 40 hours; however, greater emphasis is placed on meeting the responsibilities assigned to the position than on working a specified number of hours. Exempt employees do not receive overtime compensation or compensatory time off, or additional compensation beyond the established salary for the position. May work a non-standard work schedule that includes nights, weekends, or alternative schedules such as 80 hours in 8 or 9 shifts instead of 10. Vacation usage by the employee restricted during peak workload periods as required to meet the needs of the campus. Work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Specific hazards include but are not limited to: asbestos, PCB's radioactive materials, industrial and laboratory chemicals, fuels, solvents, infectious materials and wastes, biological hazards and other materials labeled hazardous. Requires use of respirator and protective clothing. Supports critical campus functions operating 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Required to participate in a program to facilitate timely return of staff to the campus as required to meet critical needs. The program requires the employee to inform the University how they can be reached during non-working hours, to carry University provided cell phones or other telecommunications equipment which would facilitate communication between the campus and employee during non-work hours.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

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.