General Maintenance Worker

General Maintenance Worker

The City of Bloomfield is seeking a dependable and self-motivated General Maintenance Worker to help keep our city facilities safe, functional, and looking their best. Whether you're looking for a full-time career opportunity or you're retired and want to stay busy while earning extra income, this position offers meaningful work, variety, and flexibility.

Why This Position is a Great Fit

• Ideal for retirees, tradespeople, handymen/women, or maintenance professionals who enjoy staying active
• Flexible opportunity that may work well for either part-time or full-time candidates
• Variety of work-no two days are the same
• Independence and problem-solving responsibilities
• Opportunity to serve your local community and take pride in visible results
• Mix of indoor and outdoor work environments

What You'll Do

As the City's General Maintenance Worker, you'll be the go-to person for keeping City facilities in top condition. Responsibilities include:

• Performing general building and facility maintenance
• Replacing light fixtures, bulbs, switches, and outlets
• Changing HVAC filters and conducting routine inspections
• Completing minor plumbing repairs
• Painting, drywall repair, and touch-up work
• Performing basic carpentry repairs on doors, windows, locks, cabinets, and furniture
• Conducting preventative maintenance inspections
• Identifying maintenance concerns and safety issues before they become major problems
• Coordinating and overseeing contractors when specialized repairs are needed
• Assisting with facility setup for meetings, events, and community programs
• Managing maintenance supplies and inventory
• Supporting emergency facility needs when necessary

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• At least two years of experience in building maintenance, construction, property maintenance, handyman services, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of training and experience)
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting practices
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• A valid New Mexico driver's license

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular walking, standing, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting. Candidates should be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally assist with heavier items.

Join Our Team

If you enjoy fixing things, solving problems, and taking pride in maintaining quality facilities, we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values meaningful work, independence, and serving the community.

Apply today and help keep Bloomfield running smoothly-one project at a time.