Building Maintenance Worker, 202, Bridge Systems

Job Posting

Job Title: General Maintenance Worker

Employer: City of Laredo

Salary: $14.76 Hourly

Location: Laredo, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: A264010-6

Department: Bridge (40)

Division: Bridge System

Opening Date: 03/19/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description

Assists with general maintenance and cleaning for buildings and grounds. Performs semi-skilled work to support facilities including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other repairs.

Essential Functions/Job Competencies/Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 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 building and grounds maintenance work; cleans, disinfects, and maintains restrooms; maintains equipment used to perform work.
• Paints walls and fixtures; moves chairs and tables to set-up special group meetings and trainings.
• Assists in the maintenance of air-conditioners and heating systems in accordance with accepted practices and procedures; performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Performs carpentry activities including painting and masonry work as needed.
• Will be required to drive City for City business use.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of general building and grounds maintenance work practices and procedures
• Knowledge of general building cleaning procedures
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and gardening
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Skill in organization and time management.
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records of repair work.
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to comply with City policies and procedures.
• Ability to use applicable equipment and machinery.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• 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 language and orally in the 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 this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• 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.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

• Never: Office or similar indoor environment, Warehouse environment
• Seldom: Construction site
• Sometimes: Confined space, Vehicles
• Often: Outdoor environment, Street environment (near moving traffic)

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

• Never: Individuals who are hostile or irate, Individuals with known violent backgrounds, Communicable diseases, Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Seldom: Extreme cold (below 32 degrees), Fumes or airborne particles
• Sometimes: Moving mechanical parts, Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Often: Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

• Never: Regional travel, National travel, International travel
• Sometimes: Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• At least 18 years of age.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Valid Licenses and Certifications

• 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, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment. Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable. City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Benefits

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health
• Dental plan
• Life insurance

*30 day waiting period For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits