Maintenance & Event Worker (Part-Time)), 201, Buena Vista Complex

Job Title

Part-Time Position without Benefits

Job Description

REVISED 10/01/2025

Part-Time Position without Benefits Assists in the maintenance of Buena Vista Sports Complex and in the coordination of special events; monitors, participates, and assists in ensuring that buildings and grounds are properly maintained and that special events run smoothly.

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.

• Assists with the setting-up of special events; assists with maintenance activities, such as cleaning, moping, washing and waxes floors, cleaning and shampooing carpets, painting walls and fixtures, repairing lights, etc., moves chairs and tables for special events.
• Performs grounds maintenance work, such as cuts grass with the weed eater, edger or lawn mower.
• Performs other related work as required.

• Knowledge of general building and grounds maintenance functions.
• Knowledge of special event coordination of tents, tables, and chairs setup.

• Ability to maintain buildings and grounds in a clean and neat manner.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• 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 the position.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• 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.

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 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 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 Seldom

• Vehicles

Sometimes

• Office or similar indoor environment

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space
• Warehouse environment

Exposures

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

Seldom

• Communicable diseases
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Never

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• At least three (3) months of general maintenance work.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Identification card or Government Issued card is required at the time of job offer and hire. Must have reliable form of transportation to and from work site and is expected to arrive at work site on a timely basis.