Sheetmetal Supervisor

SKLD CRAFTS TRADES SUPV 1 (004554)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT341500-JC004554-PD168661

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1105261

Approved Date:

9/30/2026 11:57:25 AM

Date Last Edited:

9/30/2026 11:57:22 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

11/3/2023

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR         

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION                         

Department:

341500 - MAINTENANCE AND ALTERATIONS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT341500-JC004554-PD168661

Position Description ID

168661

UC Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS TRADES SUPV 1 (004554)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 23

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

C: Supervisor - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40053389

Reports to Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS AND TRADES SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40139517

Department Head Payroll Title:

FAC MGR 3

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

8123

Sheetmetal Worker

6

8125

Lead Sheetmetal Worker

1

8217

Facilities mechanic

2

POSITION SUMMARY

Incumbent supervises and coordinates the work of the Lead and Journey-level Sheetmetal Workers, Facilities Mechanics, and Facilities Workers who are responsible for campus-wide, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica Hospital, and on occasion, off-site University locations, projects related to fixed priced jobs for tenant improvement projects, deferred maintenance projects, trouble call issues, and support to all Project Managers for multi-craft projects. Responsible for the immediate supervision of shop staff and with hiring, discipline, evaluation, and termination of employees. Review and coordinate daily schedules and work; interface with client. Write contracts (JOCs, EDPA, PSA etc.) and conduct job site assessment and evaluation; develop and review estimates; resolve project problems, coordinate outages, and ensure job is closed and charged properly; participate in the Disaster Initial Response Team. Incumbent manages and ensures the efficiency and productivity of the staff. Under the direction of the Manager, provide broad guidelines for projects; independently determines schedules, work assignments and scope of projects. Provide quality customer service by supplying clear and concise communication with client and keeping them informed of their jobs and or projects. Maintain to the best of their ability the cost effective and timely completion of jobs.

Supporting the University’s mission by creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aim to maintain and improve campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure through responsive, efficient, and customer focused service.

Project Management

1. Oversee and coordinate the work of the Lead Sheetmetal Worker and Journeypersons, Facilities Mechanics, and Facilities Workers to perform repair, installation and maintenance of various types of security systems through the University infrastructure.

 • Develop and review project scope, schedule and budget with Manager(s), Assistant Director(s), Chief Operations Officer, and/or Director.

 • Proceed with work when authorization is received from Manager(s) and/or client(s).

 • Coordinate project activities with Manager(s) to ensure efficient and effective utilization of resources.

 • In conjunction with Sheetmetal Workers, identify labor requirements, ensure appropriate materials and equipment are ordered. Initiate work requests by identifying labor requirements, requests, and needs.

 • Ensure completion of project schedules for Campus-wide, CHS, and RRUMC projects.

 • Inspect projects on an on-going basis to ensure project meets specifications, schedules, costs and quality standards.

 • Conduct a job site evaluation, analysis of blueprints, and/or in consultation with client, Capital Programs, or Design and Project Management Operations, assist with estimate and project scope and/or design as necessary.

 • Work with various trades and ensure schedule and installation of sheetmetal materials. Coordinate with other Managers/Supervisors, Leads or Production Control Superintendent to facilitate and efficiently run multi-craft projects.

25%

Project Management

2. Assist in the resolution of work related problems, delays in delivery of materials and equipment, unanticipated obstacles arising from project, changes in scope, and problems with work quality control.

 • Assess and initiate appropriate remedies for jobs and projects.

 • Address and/or advise Manager(s) regarding progress of jobs and/or issues or problems with projects. Recommend alternatives for mitigating techniques for existing jobs, and future jobs as necessary.

Resolve work related problems, delays in delivery of materials and equipment, unanticipated delays, changes in work scopes and problems with quality control.

 • Inspect projects, monitor ongoing work, and ensure work is proceeding according to schedule and budget.

 • Develop evaluative quality of service rendered, labor costs, and overall effectiveness and efficiency.

 • On critical projects, ensure clear and accurate communication with the Manager(s), Assistant Director(s), COO, and/or Director, regarding status of projects.

 • Review specifications and obtain appropriate approvals as necessary.

3. Maintain close communication with Sheetmetal Workers and crews working on projects.

4. Maintain communication with client and keep them apprised of jobs and projects.

25%

Supervision

1. Recruitment and Hiring

 • Recruit, interview, select, and assist in the hiring, training and evaluation of candidates in coordination with Manager(s), Assistant Director(s), COO, Director and Facilities Management (FM) Personnel Unit.

 • With the manager(s) approval, recommend advertising, review ad copy, and screen resumes.

 • Participate as part of interview panel and recommend final selection to Manager and Assistant Director for the Director's final approval.

2. Employee Relations

 • Evaluate subordinates by communicating work expectations, feedback sessions, counseling, and assist with performance evaluations.

 • In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreements and in consultation with the Manager, Pr. Admin. Analyst, COO, Assistant Director(s) and/or Director, counsel employees on performance and other job related issues; take appropriate action in an expeditious and efficient manner.

3. Training / Awards

 • Provide Manager(s) feedback regarding documentation on personnel actions, such as merits, on-the-spot awards, reclassifications, and/or temporary promotions.

 • Evaluate and recommend potential outside training, conferences, and seminars for staff to Manager.

4. Assist Evening Shift Manager in providing supervision to Swing Shift as necessary.

25%

Administrative Operations

1. Kronos

 • On a daily basis, review Kronos (computerized timekeeping system) and make appropriate edits.

Consult with staff to determine accuracy of time.

 • Process request for staff's leave of absence, including but not limited to, vacation, sick leave, jury duty, family sick leave, etc.

2. Meetings

 • Conduct staff and safety meetings with staff including providing safety training, leadership, direction, guidance, and communicating information in a clear and concise manner.

 • Attend weekly production control meetings with other Managers and Supervisors to review current and future projects.

3. Other duties as assigned.

15%

Budget

1. Monitor all project budgets for labor and materials utilizing Facilities Management customized computerized maintenance management system, including but not limited to, Maximo, WMS, JMS, and/or Dashboard.

 • Create ad hoc reports as needed.

 • Provide daily input of data into Maximo's computerized project management system to produce various data.

 • Review project costs to avoid and minimize project overruns (labor and materials)

 • Research projects with Lead Sheetmetal Worker and Crews regarding cost issues and schedules.

 • In consultation or conjunction with Manager, investigate possible job performance issues regarding overruns, or any other explanations.

2. Research and apprise Manager to potential overruns on projects. Inform Manager and COO of any anticipated budgetary problems

3. Ensure all labor and material costs on projects are properly initiated and cleared prior to closing of a project.

 • Review costs (Labor and Materials) prior to closing a project.

 • Resolve any issues prior to completing and closing project.

 • Request additional funds for "over-runs" as necessary. Complete Change Orders on a timely basis.

4. In the event there are insufficient funds, take immediate action to inform the Manager, Senior Management, and/or COO.

10%

•

Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

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

•

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 apprenticeship or equivalent education and experience.

Required

Sheetmetal Journeyman

Minimum of 3 years experience

Required

Driver License

•

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

Required

Detailed knowledge of all aspects of the Sheetmetal trade and related codes sufficient to direct work, evaluate progress and ensure that sheetmetal work assignments meet stated and industry standards.

Required

Working knowledge of: construction trade practices and safety requirements sufficient to oversee all phases of repair and renovation work, prepare multi-craft estimates, work scopes, budgets and schedules; address project related delays or disruptions and bring to closure within stated timeframes and guidelines; various types of materials including metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, various angles, channel and tubing.

Required

Recent demonstrated experience and solid working knowledge of assembling and installing sheetmetal products such as control boxes, drain pipes, and duct work, and the set-up and operation of fabricating machines and related metal equipment in order to cut, bend, shape and straighten metals.

Required

Working knowledge of: current industry accepted methods and procedures for inspecting and/or troubleshoot sheetmetal products for signs of damage, deterioration, or need for adjustment; UBC, OSHA, and ADA requirements as they relate to the sheetmetal trade and the ability to recognize discrepancies of ADA and Fire/Life/Safety codes at each job and report to the Manager.

Required

Skill in supervising and applying human resources management principles to a skilled trades unionized workforce sufficient to conduct performance evaluations, counseling, feedback sessions and implementation of progressive corrective action.

Required

Ability to: read work project specifications, blue prints, and technical trade related manuals; determine gauge and type of metal to be used according to product being fabricated.

Required

Ability to: establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co­workers, other skilled trades, and the ability to work as part of a team; use oral communications skills to obtain or convey accurate information; prioritize assignments, organize work assignments of crew, and complete projects in a timely manner; maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility.

Required

Skill in writing clear and concise business related memos and emails using correct grammar and spelling.

Required

Ability to: work overtime or alternate shifts as needed; work under adverse situations and conditions e.g. dirty, noisy, etc; consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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

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.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

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

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

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 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.