Maintenance & Construction Laborer – Streets & Buildings

City of Maypearl; Texas City (TX); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Texas City is seeking an on-site maintenance worker to perform manual labor across streets, drainage, and building projects. You will operate and service tools, assist crew members, and support new construction and ongoing maintenance for city facilities and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes safe operation near traffic, performing carpentry, plumbing, drywall, painting, and general repairs. A valid Texas driver’s license and the ability to obtain the required endorsements are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the proper care and maintenance of equipment and supplies issued for jobs.
• Skill in performing construction and demolition using jackhammer; dig trenches or pits; load/unload materials and equipment.
• Skill in use of materials and/or equipment in assigned area.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in the use of computers, Microsoft Office applications, and other software required by the position.
• Skill in following instructions, written or verbal, to assist other employees with daily activities.
• Skill in use of hand saw, skill saw, chain saw, compaction and vibratory equipment, bolt cutter, pick, axe, air compressor, jack hammer, and various weight hammers using proper safety precautions.
• Skill in use of lawnmowers, line trimmers, machetes; trims trees, weeds, and brush in ditches or easements.
• Ability to read written or follow oral instructions, report orally to supervisor.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, washes, maintains and services tools and equipment.
• Participates in all phases of street, drainage and alley maintenance and construction.
• Performs general building maintenance, and minor carpentry repairs, moves and assembles furniture, performs plumbing repairs, and replaces fixtures; performs drywall repairs including tape and bedding, texturing, painting, and cleaning; assists with minor repairs and maintenance of electrical and HVAC systems, all types of concrete work.
• Assists with custodial duties as assigned.
• Works as required safely near highway traffic.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Construction and demolition

Safety procedures

Written and spoken communication

Microsoft Office

Lawnmowers and trimmers

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Texas City is seeking an on-site maintenance worker to perform manual labor across streets, drainage, and building projects. You will operate and service tools, assist crew members, and support new construction and ongoing maintenance for city facilities and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes safe operation near traffic, performing carpentry, plumbing, drywall, painting, and general repairs. A valid Texas driver’s license and the ability to obtain the required endorsements are essential.