Construction Worker III

Position Summary

Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair and remodeling of facilities/structures and parks; perform the most difficult carpentry and cement-finishing tasks 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 Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education , Experience And Additional Requirements

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 vocational training in carpentry, plumbing, or welding; and

Three (3) years of 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.

Preferred Knowledge

* Operations, services and activities of a facilities construction program

* Methods and techniques of general construction

* Methods and techniques of carpentry, block laying, brick laying, painting and cement work

* Operational characteristics of construction equipment and tools

* Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Preferred Skills & Abilities

* Lead, organize and review the work of staff in the area of work assigned

* Independently perform the most difficult rough and finish carpentry, cement-finishing, welding and plumbing tasks

* Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures

* Operate a variety of construction equipment in a safe and effective manner

* Perform material and cost estimating for each construction job

* Read, interpret and follow blueprints and sketches

* Accurately estimate construction materials and labor required for each project assigned

* Work independently in the absence of supervision

* Communicate clearly and concisely

* Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work