Construction Worker III

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.

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;

Three (3) years of construction experience.

• 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.

• 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

• 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