Laborer

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Albuquerque is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform manual labor tasks that assist in the construction and upkeep of various city facilities. A successful candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and be capable of heavy manual labor for extended periods. Responsibilities include a range of maintenance activities, and the position requires a valid New Mexico Driver's License upon hiring.

Qualifications

• One year of general maintenance or construction experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor tasks in support of assigned areas.
• Assist in construction and maintenance of City facilities.

Skills

Manual labor

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Street maintenance tools

Custodial maintenance tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Worker

Perform manual labor tasks in support of assigned areas; assist in construction and maintenance of a wide range of City facilities and operations.

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.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One (1) year of general maintenance or construction experience preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from the date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Principles and procedures of semi-skilled manual labor.
• Traffic laws and safe vehicle operation practices.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Herbicide application and equipment.
• Safe operating procedures in interstate highway zones.
• Basic custodial methods and techniques.
• Basic tree planting and transplanting techniques.
• Methods and techniques of supply receiving.
• Basic inventory control methods and techniques.
• Solid waste collection techniques.
• Routine vehicle maintenance and cleaning practices.
• Operational characteristics of street maintenance tools and equipment.
• Operational characteristics of Weed and Litter vehicles, tools, and equipment, including preventative maintenance.
• Ability to provide instruction to co-workers, seasonal, and alternative labor.
• Operational characteristics of custodial maintenance and cleaning tools and equipment.
• Basic street maintenance and repair skills.
• Basic maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Minor repairs to irrigation system components and mainlines.
• Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.