Construction Worker II

Albuquerque International; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Albuquerque International is seeking a skilled construction worker to participate in renovation and maintenance of city facilities and parks. Duties include rough and finish carpentry, masonry, plumbing, painting, roofing, tiling, and sheetrock work, with attention to blueprints and safety standards.

The role involves both interior and exterior work, fencing, door/window installations, and use of power tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours of specialized training in construction, carpentry, plumbing, or welding.
• Two (2) years general construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform renovation tasks on 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.
• Read blueprints, sketches and diagrams to ensure project specifications are met.
• Repair and remodel building interiors; install ceramic floor tiles, carpet and sheet vinyl; install paneling; repair, tape, texture and paint sheetrock.
• Construct high-tensile fencing, chain link fencing and other fencing as required; operate hydraulic and power equipment.
• Install and repair wood and metal doors, frames and windows; adjust or replace hinges, high security locksets and cores.
• Perform finish carpentry; construct office furniture, cabinets, desks, shelving, conference tables, picture frames, ceiling and doors.
• Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Masonry skills

Plumbing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED with 30 credit hours in construction-related fields

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 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.
2. Perform interior and exterior rough carpentry for buildings, parks and facilities; frame building additions, stairs and ramps.
3. Construct cement structures and facilities including forms for sidewalks, drivepads, fence posts, gates, gutters, curbs, steps, walks, ramp landings; pour, level and finish cement.
4. Read and follow blueprints, sketches and diagrams to ensure project specifications are met.
5. Repair and remodel building interiors; install ceramic floor tiles, carpet and sheet vinyl; install paneling; repair, tape, texture and paint sheetrock.
6. Construct high-tensile fencing, chain link fencing and other fencing as required; operate hydraulic and power equipment.
7. Install and repair wood and metal doors, frames and windows; adjust or replace hinges, high security locksets and cores.
8. Perform finish carpentry; construct office furniture, cabinets, desks, shelving, conference tables, picture frames, ceiling and doors.
9. Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform project lead supervision and training of laborers or helpers to accomplish construction tasks.
2. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

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.

When assigned to Aviation:

• 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.
• Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
• Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable.

Environmental:

Field and construction site environment; travel from site to site; work around traffic and construction equipment; exposure to fumes, dust, noise and inclement weather conditions.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, walking, crouching, bending, and climbing for prolonged periods of time; moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; operating motorized vehicles and equipment.