Streets Laborer

THE CITY OF PORTALES, NEW MEXICO

POSITION POSTING #2026-08

POSITION:                    LABORER      
DEPARTMENT:             STREET                                             
STATUS:                       NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO:              STREET FOREMAN
SHIFT:                           FT REGULAR – 40 HOURS PER WEEK
SALARY:                      $13.48 HOURLY    

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Applicant must be willing to work in a “team” environment, and desire to learn how to operate heavy construction equipment. General labor skills will be employed daily; in all types of conditions. (i.e.: weather, heavy road traffic, confined spaces, and any other condition requested.) This is an “outdoor” job, and working after-hours, weekends or holidays is possible.

**This is a safety sensitive position, subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Although the following are typical of the tasks and responsibilities routinely performed, additional tasks and/or responsibilities requiring comparable or lesser skills, knowledge, or dexterity may be assigned.

1. Safe and efficient operation of city vehicles and heavy equipment.
2. Perform routine maintenance (we’ll train you how), such as: change oil and filters, pump gas, wash and clean, lubrication and maintain logbooks on department equipment.
3. Painting, as directed.
4. Perform routine cleaning as directed.
5. Maintain grounds by mowing, hoeing, cleaning, leveling, or other duties as directed.
6. Willing to be trained to operate high level automotive construction equipment.
7. Perform job duties in a way that promotes a positive image of the City organization and the department.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record;
3. Must show aptitude for safe operation of assigned automotive equipment.
4. Must follow instructions, procedures and City safety rules and regulations.
5. Maintain grounds by mowing, hoeing, cleaning, leveling, or other duties as directed.
6. Perform job duties in a way that promotes a positive image of the City organization and the department.

Additional comments on Physical Requirements:  Applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds multiple times during any given day.  Requires constant physical efforts and may be exposed to dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. Ability to work both inside and outside.
2. Ability to work in all types of weather; extreme cold temperatures, extreme heat temperatures and extreme wet/humid temperatures.
3. Ability to work with intermittent noise levels.  Noise levels may be moderate to loud in work environment.
4. Ability to work with fumes, dust, odors and poor ventilation.
5. Ability to work in multiple surfaces; even, flat/hard, inclined/ramps, uneven, stairs, dry, wet, dust and natural ground.
6. Ability to work alone with or without directions.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The regular workweek is 40 hours - Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Additional time may be required to work after regular hours, on weekends, and holidays.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Limited travel – ability to travel for meetings and training may be required.
2. Overnight travel may be required.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must pass a background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.
2. Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.

CONDITIONS OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT:

1. Candidates must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and insurability in accordance with the City’s insurance carrier.
2. Employees must maintain a source of communications for off duty work related communications.

*** Position has possibility of promotion based on performance, and accomplishment of training goals***

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Review is scheduled bi-weekly, position will remain open until filled.  Applicant must submit required application to Human Resources at City Hall, 1028 West Community Way, Portales, N.M.  88130 or online at .

The City of Portales is and Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.