Maintenance Worker; A263196-2 Buena Vista Sports Complex

Assists in ensuring that buildings and grounds are properly maintained.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Performs general clean‑up and maintenance of city facilities; replaces light bulbs; cleans the bathrooms and ensures that they are adequately stocked with toilet paper, paper towels and soap; washes and waxes floors and shampoos carpets.
• Maintains and monitors inventory for cleaning supplies.
• Maintains all equipment used to perform work.
• Cleans and maintains parking lots for traffic department.
• Drives truck to haul trash.
• Performs general ground maintenance; cuts grass with lawn mower, weed‑eater and edger; climbs trees to trim limbs.
• Paints the walls and fixtures; moves chairs, tables to set‑up special group meetings and trainings.
• May perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Assists in the maintenance of air‑conditioners and heating systems in accordance with accepted practices and procedures.
• Cleans and washes the air‑conditioner filters on a weekly basis.
• Performs carpentry activities when needed including painting and masonry work as needed.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of general buildings and grounds maintenance functions.

• Ability to maintain buildings and grounds in a clean and neat manner.
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, the general public and others.
• Ability to maintain valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English or Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Seldom

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space
• Warehouse environment
• Other: ______

Sometimes

• Vehicles

Seldom

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Never:

• National travel
• International travel

Seldom:

• Regional travel

Sometimes:

• Local travel

• At least three (3) months of general experience.

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out‑of‑state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997,…