Laborer, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, General Labor

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Laborer provides general labor and hands-on support to the Construction Foreman, Carpenters, and Maintenance personnel in performing construction, renovation, installation, repair, and maintenance activities for IPHA home ownership units, tribal buildings, and rental housing units. This position assists with preparing worksites, handling and transporting materials, loading and unloading supplies, maintaining tools and equipment, removing debris, and keeping work areas clean, organized, and safe.

The Laborer supports the timely and efficient completion of assigned projects and maintenance tasks to help ensure that housing units and facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained for the Isleta Pueblo community.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found or assigned to this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides scheduled or emergency laborer assistance for the housing program.
• Performs minor painting, carpentry, electrical, maintenance, or plumbing assignments and other tasks related to the housing renovations as assigned.
• Drive tribal vehicles and equipment to various work sites.
• Loads or unload supplies, equipment, or materials.
• · Use a variety of common hand tools or small power equipment in a safe manner.
• Keeps all supplies and equipment in a safe and well-controlled area.
• Performs miscellaneous repair, labor, and maintenance work as assigned.
• Maintains building and worksite free of debris.
• Provides assistance to semiskilled and skilled journeymen in their areas of discipline.
• Assists in digging for and setting water, gas and sewer service lines. Operates backhoe and other equipment.
• Assists shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders and stocking in warehouse.
• Ensure trucks are loaded with needed supplies prior to driving to work site.
• Maintains confidentiality of information.
• Support a positive and professional work environment consistent with the mission and objectives of the Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Project Manager or Executive Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Tiwa speaking preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
• At least one (1) year experience in residential construction and maintenance.
• Must be able to comply with the Isleta Pueblo Housing Authority Drug Free Workplace policies.
• Must successfully complete IPHA's pre-employment screening requirements, which may include a background check and drug screening, consistent with applicable laws and IPHA policies.
• Must be willing and able to work scheduled hours and respond to emergency maintenance, repair, construction, and general labor needs as required.
• Must be able to work safely in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments and under varying weather and job-site conditions.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to safely operate IPHA vehicles and equipment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and IPHA policies, as authorized.
• Must obtain and maintain any job-related certifications, licenses, or permits required to perform assigned duties, as applicable.
• Must comply with all applicable safety requirements and use tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment in accordance with IPHA policies and established safety procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge

• Knowledge of use of maintenance…