Part-Time General Maintenance Worker

City of Somerton; Somerton (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Somerton in Arizona is seeking a general labor/maintenance worker to assist with tasks across City departments under close supervision. You will help with cleaning, maintenance and repairs of municipal buildings, facilities, grounds, streets and parks, and transport items to maintenance shops as needed.

Essential duties include following safety rules, reporting hazards, learning general maintenance methods and using basic tools, while interacting courteously with the public and City

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of general maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Assists with various manual labor tasks in cleaning, maintenance and repair of municipal buildings, facilities, grounds, streets and parks.
• Performs duties with safety in mind and reports hazards, equipment problems and emergencies.
• Follows safety rules and learns general maintenance methods and operation of tools and equipment.
• Interacts courteously with citizens, visitors and City staff while supporting City goals and policies.

Skills

General labor

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

This position is open until filled. The first review of applications will be September 16, 2026. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are not received by the initial review date, applications will be reviewed every eight (8) days thereafter until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been established. Subsequent review dates may be canceled if a qualified candidate is selected.

Summary

Under close supervision, assists with general labor and maintenance tasks in various City departments.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists with various manual labor tasks in the cleaning, maintenance and repair of municipal buildings, facilities, grounds, streets and parks; provides basic upkeep of vehicles and transports as required to maintenance shops; fire hydrant testing and related data input; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Performs job duties within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures, reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents and enhance safety of the facilities.
• Learns a variety of general maintenance work methods and procedures, and the operation and maintenance of specialized tools and equipment.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities and complies with all City policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Six (6) months of general maintenance work

Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• City geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks and facility locations.

Skills In:

• Using basic tools in a safe and effective manner.
• Following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

License and Certifications Requirements

• A valid U.S. Driver’s License is required

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed indoors, outdoors and at City facilities; requires the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment.