Lead Mason

MASON LD (008178)

UCPath Position ID: 41119674

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

1/27/2026 10:53:42 AM

Date Last Edited:

1/27/2026 10:53:36 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION

Department:

317000 - ON CAMPUS HOUSING

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

41119674

Position Description ID

243061

UC Payroll Title:

MASON LD (008178)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

K4: Los Angeles Skilled Craft

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40181566

Reports to Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS TRADES SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40058377

Department Head Payroll Title:

FAC PROJECT MGR 2

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Mason is responsible for providing support to properties managed by UCLA Housing & Hospitality. The Lead Mason will serve as a working lead over Mason's and Facilities Mechanics and will be responsible for General Masonry for preventative and predictive maintenance programs and repairs, installation of new work as directed. Assist the manager to oversee the work performance of the staff in regards to customer service, quality of workmanship, and quantity of work performed. This position is also responsible for assisting the manager as required to supervise work of outside contractors to ensure that all work is performed in a cost effective manner with special consideration to customer service and regularly changing priorities. The Lead Mason will interact with various department contacts and UCLA personnel while performing duties and will be required to maintain a courteous and professional  manner at all times. The Lead Mason will perform the work of a Mason, in addition to transmitting orders and explaining tasks to co-workers and performs record keeping and ordering functions. Lead Mason  will need to operate a University Vehicle and travel to various locations for transporting equipment and completing repairs. The Mason shall perform masonry, plastering, and painting repair work. Construct, maintain, and repair concrete forms, and perform stucco and brick laying work as needed.

At UCLA Housing & Hospitality (H&H), you become part of UCLA's tradition of excellence by providing quality housing, dining, and hospitality services to student-residents, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. We believe there's more to a job than simply being employed. In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and retirement plans, H&H team members enjoy significant opportunities for professional and personal growth in a supportive work environment. No matter what your role, you will join more than 2,600+ H&H team members who understand that our motto Hospitality First! means that a warm, gracious attitude makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

OPERATIONS

Conduct daily pre-shift meeting of Masons and Facilities Mechanics. Apprise them of the daily workload, special projects, and announcements. Perform full range of duties required of a journey person Mason in order to complete part or all of a given project. Prioritize work projects and assign work orders. Visit job sites and discuss project status with the team to determine progress, accuracy, and quality of workmanship and assess progress in relation to time schedules; correct problems on-site. Coordinate and discuss all aspects of project with client; planning, scheduling (often multi-shop), and progress of project; resolve client concerns and issues. Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls by assigning appropriate personnel, taking into consideration the master project schedule which may include multi-craft involvement. Under the direction of Management , Inspect the work of outside contractors to ensure compliance with University and Departmental guidelines.

30%

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Evaluate extent of repair, determine appropriate corrective measures. Provide worker or work crew with job instructions including materials and equipment to be used and time schedule in which the job should be completed. Monitor job performance of the team and provide input related to same to supervisor. Read an interpret blueprints; report discrepancies in existing blueprints to supervisor in order to keep existing as-builds as current as possible. Orally discuss jobs with supervisor on a daily basis in order to keep supervisor apprised of job progress, job performance of the team, and to resolve any problem(s) related to the job.

30%

INSTALLATION AND MODIFICATION

Report discrepancies in existing blueprints to supervisor in order to keep existing as-built as current as possible. Complete Material Order forms and submit to supervisor for approval. (E)  9. Order materials and supplies from information provided on estimate or work request with supervisor's approval. Maintain records of material ordered; verify materials received; forward packing slips/requisition to your supervisor. Document repair work completed in appropriate records/logs. Following inspection of the job, return completed work request to supervisor. Train the team in proper methods and practices in order for them to satisfactorily complete job function.

30%

GENERAL TASKS

Maintain accurate hours worked on each job. Operate and maintain a variety of power and/or hand tools and equipment related to the trade. Ensure and transport materials, equipment, and personnel to and from job site expeditiously. Follow established safety procedures at all times including inspecting tools and equipment for signs of damage, malfunction, or deterioration on a regular basis. Upon completion of work, clean up job site and return equipment, materials, tools, radios, pagers, and Kronos wands to designated storage areas. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as requested by Manager and/or Assistant Director.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Other Type of Degree

Satisfactory completion of a certified four-year trade-related apprenticeship program or equivalent experience and education.

Required

8 years

of progressive masonry experience in an education or hospitality field.

Required

Driver License

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Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Working knowledge of the materials, equipment, methods, and tools of the mason's trade, such as a variety of trade-related hand/power tools, e.g. core-boring machine, air compressor, etc., including achievement of operational level skills.

Required

Ability to install, maintain, and repair cement, stone, brick, ceramic tile, and marble surfaces; lathe and plaster of walls. Ability to troubleshoot problems and signs of damage or deterioration in masonry surfaces of building foundations, walkways, retaining walls, etc.

Required

Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical language in specifications, schematics, and blueprints. Skill in modifying and/or adapting designs, procedures, or methods to make necessary alterations and modifications.

Required

Skill in estimating material and labor requirements to accomplish task. Ability to prioritize, schedule, and coordinate work projects; direct and inspect the work of subordinates; train and evaluate subordinates' effectiveness against job standards.

Required

Ability to resolve any inaccuracies in workmanship and/or correct customer concerns.

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors, and outside agencies.

Required

Skill in reading, understanding, and interpreting administrative policy and procedure manuals.

Required

Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.

Required

Working knowledge of UBC, OSHA, and ADA requirements as it relations to the function.  Ability to recognize discrepancies of ADA and Fire/Life/Safety codes at each job and report to supervisor. Working knowledge of standard safe work practices.

Required

Ability to stand, crawl, walk, and stoop; push and pull, lift and lower objects up to 50 lbs.; push and pull, lift or lower objects weighing up to 70 lbs. with assistance.  Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in wet or humid weather, and in fluctuate. Ability to work in confined spaces.

Required

Must possess California Driver's License, Class C. Ability to drive a truck or other light vehicle in the course of duties.

Required

Ability to work overtime and weekends, and various shifts.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF 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.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

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.

Back-lifting Exam

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Housing & Hospitality

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Company Cell Phone

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Hand and power tools

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University Vehicle (van, pick-up truck or electric cart)

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.