Construction Worker II

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled construction worker to join their team. This role involves participating in the construction, maintenance, and repair of city facilities, including parks and buildings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various construction tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, and masonry, along with the ability to operate construction equipment safely. This position offers the chance to contribute to the community while developing your skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about construction and enjoy working independently, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of general construction experience required.
• Valid New Mexico Driver's License needed by hire date.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the construction and maintenance of city facilities.
• Perform a variety of technical tasks related to construction.

Skills

General Construction

Carpentry

Plumbing

Welding

Painting

Masonry

Electrical Work

Roofing

Tiling

Fence Installation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

30 Credit Hours of Specialized Training

Tools

Construction Equipment

Carpentry Tools

Welding Equipment

Plumbing Tools

Job description

Participate in the construction, maintenance, repair and remodeling of facilities/structures and parks; perform a variety of construction tasks involved in the renovation of wooden, concrete, brick or metal City buildings including rough and finish carpentry, masonry, block laying, painting, plumbing, basic electrical, minor welding, plastering, roofing, tiling, fence installation and sheetrock work and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours of specialized training in construction, carpentry, plumbing, or welding; and

Two (2) years general construction experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Operations, services and activities of a facilities construction program
• Methods and techniques of general construction and building remodeling
• Methods and techniques of general carpentry, block laying, brick laying, painting, fence building and cement work
• Operational characteristics of construction equipment and tools
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Abilities:

• Independently perform rough and finish carpentry, cement finishing, welding and plumbing tasks
• Construct and repair a variety of fences
• Operate a variety of construction equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Perform material and cost estimating for less complex construction jobs
• Read, interpret and follow blueprints and sketches
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation