Laborer Encampments

Salary : $32,344.00 - $34,424.00 Annually

Location : Albuquerque, NM

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2500726

Department: Solid Waste Management

Division: SW-Encampment/Illegal Dumping

Opening Date: 04/18/2025

Closing Date: 5/2/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit: BL

Position Summary

Perform manual labor tasks in support of assigned area; assist in construction and maintenance of a wide range of City facilities and operations.

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.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.

One (1) year of general maintenance or construction experience preferred.

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 6 months from date of hire.

Preferred Knowledge

Principles and procedures of semi-skilled manual labor

Traffic laws and safe vehicle operation practices

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Herbicide application and equipment

Safe operating procedures in interstate highway zones Preferred Skills & Abilities

Learn basic custodial methods and techniques

Learn basic tree planting and transplanting techniques

Learn methods and techniques of supply receiving

Learn basic inventory control methods and techniques

Learn solid waste collection techniques

Learn routine vehicle maintenance and cleaning practices

Learn operational characteristics of street maintenance tools and equipment

Learn operational characteristics of Weed and Litter vehicles, tools and equipment, and their preventative maintenance

Provide instruction to co-workers, seasonal and alternative labor

Learn operational characteristics of custodial maintenance and cleaning tools and equipment

Learn basic custodial methods, techniques, and routine maintenance and cleaning procedures

Learn to perform basic street maintenance and repair tasks

Learn to perform basic maintenance and repair tasks

Learn to work independently in the absence of supervision

Learn to make minor repairs to irrigation system components and mainlines

Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time

Communicate clearly and concisely

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

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

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

01

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?

Yes

No

02

Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

Yes

No

03

Do you possess at least one (1) year of general maintenance or construction experience?

Yes

No

Required Question