General Service Worker

Salary : $36,254.40 - $37,502.40 Annually
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2601063
Department: Senior Affairs
Division: SA-Socialization-North Domingo Baca
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: BL


Position Summary


Participate in maintenance and cleaning of City buildings and facilities including janitorial and minor repair tasks; perform set-up and take-down of displays 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 and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Perform cleaning and routine maintenance of City facilities including general custodial tasks and minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs.
2. Perform general janitorial and custodial duties; sweep, mop and buff floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; clean windows and mirrors; clean rest-rooms, meeting rooms, ballrooms and exhibit halls.
3. Set-up and break down meeting rooms, ballrooms, exhibit halls, classrooms, voting poll sites and other rooms required for facility rentals and special events; provide assistance to rental clients, visitors and staff; answer questions, give directions and assist in any way possible.
4. Clean and maintain all City parking facilities; repair broken gates on ticket machines; clean oil spills; replace light bulbs; paint directional arrows, numbers and reflector stripes; direct traffic in parking structures for special events; sweep, pick-up trash and clean parking lots prior to and after events.
5. Maintain City building and facility grounds; water plants and lawns, trim shrubs, plant trees, program irrigation system controllers and maintain interior gardens.
6. Conduct or assist in general maintenance and light construction activities both indoors and outside; tape drywall and paint interior and exterior walls using rollers and brushes; install conduit, electrical cable, vehicle loop detectors and traffic signal poles.
7. Assist public by offering directions and information at City sponsored special events; explain various programs, sign up participants, accept monies and issue receipts.
8. Assist in heavy road construction; build forms, pour and finish concrete for sidewalks.
9. Maintain sports field, tennis courts and stadium grounds; mow, aerate, top dress and fertilize playing fields; prepare baseball and soccer fields for games by painting foul lines; paint and clean tennis courts.
10. Operate fork-lifts; load and unload semi-trucks; operate City vehicles for clients as needed.
11. Pick-up and deliver equipment and materials.
12. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
13. Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
High school diploma or GED

One (1) year general maintenance, light construction/repair or general custodial work 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 six (6) months from date of hire.

May be required to work weekends/holidays/odd days off/shift work

Working Conditions

Environmental:
Indoor and outdoor facilities maintenance; exposure to electrical energy, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gas and inclement weather conditions. May work shift, days, weekends and evenings as needed.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling; walking and standing for prolonged periods; and operating motorized vehicles and equipment.
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 High School Diploma or GED? (If applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts)

• Yes
• No

02


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

03


Do you possess at least one (1) year of general maintenance, light construction/repair or general custodial work experience?

• Yes
• No

04


Are you able to work weekends, holidays, odd days off/shift work?

• Yes
• No

05


Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

Required Question