General Maintenance Worker - Gateway

Perform maintenance and repair of buildings, machinery and electrical and mechanical equipment; coordinate maintenance activities, including personnel, materials and equipment to complete assigned maintenance/site projects 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 Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

1. Establish and maintain a comprehensive maintenance program for all types of City equipment and machinery.
2. Operate a variety of maintenance equipment and tools including, but not limited to, aerial tower, auto crane, water truck and compressor driven tools.
3. Coordinate activities, personnel, material and equipment necessary to complete assigned maintenance/site projects; coordinate activities and assist workers engaged in keeping the construction/work site in a clean and orderly condition.
4. Maintain drinking water systems which may include ground water wells, pumps, chlorination treatment systems, and all associated mechanical and electrical systems.
5. Apply for and maintain current status of all applicable permits and licenses.
6. Maintain and repair facility equipment including risers, table racks, chair racks, tables, chairs and room dividers; perform rough and finished carpentry.
7. Transport supplies or materials to work site or assigned facility complex.
8. Construct, maintain and repair metal portions of equipment and machinery using appropriate welding techniques.
9. Perform minor repairs to fork lifts, Bobcat tractors, gas powered utility vehicles and/or other similar types of light equipment and vehicles.
10. Advise assigned maintenance supervisor on budgetary requirements related to repair and maintenance of assigned section.
11. Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
2. Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required.
3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in construction technology; and

Four (4) years of general construction or facility maintenance 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.

Environmental:
Field and construction site environment; exposure to noise, dust, fumes and gases; inclement weather conditions; may travel site to site. 

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; operation of motorized vehicle and equipment.