Bernalillo County
BernCo Clean Community Maintenance Worker
Bernalillo County, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
BernCo Clean Community Maintenance Worker
Operations & Maintenance Location: 2400 BROADWAY SE Pay: Probationary Hourly Rate of $18.07 Union Hourly Rate of $18.43 Close Date: November 4, 2025 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. The BernCo Clean Community Maintenance Worker performs a variety of manual labor tasks to maintain and clean roadway rights-of-way, medians, sidewalks, and associated infrastructure. Duties include landscaping, graffiti removal, painting, and minor surface repairs. The position supports community beautification efforts and may assist other maintenance crews as needed. Duties And Responsibilities
Assist with a variety of landscape maintenance tasks, including mowing, trimming, chipping, watering, planting, and repairing drip and sprinkler systems in road medians, trails, and right-of-way areas. Support crews with thinning and pruning of trees, shrubs, and flower beds, and assist with weeding and general landscape care. Perform basic maintenance and repairs on surfaces such as concrete or plaster, including hole patching and crack filling. Set up and maintain proper traffic control measures when working along active roadways. Remove snow or ice from sidewalks and pedestrian paths as needed. Operate and maintain groundskeeping and graffiti removal equipment such as sprayers, power tools, vehicles, and trailers. Prepare surfaces for painting using techniques such as washing, scraping, sanding, or sand-blasting; mix and apply paints, enamels, stains, and protective coatings. Paint buildings, structures, furniture, and other surfaces using appropriate tools and techniques; perform basic sign painting with stencils. Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order; report any unsafe or inoperable equipment to a supervisor. Maintain accurate records of work orders and project progress, including before-and-after photos and routine reports. Support graffiti removal and recycling activities as assigned. The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED. Preferences
Experience with general landscape maintenance and painting. Experience operating power tools, hand tools, and landscaping equipment. Experience in general maintenance work or a related field. Knowledge of irrigation systems and drought-resistant landscaping. Familiarity with low-voltage landscape systems, telemetry devices, and backflow preventers. Traffic Control Technician certification preferred at time of hire. Screening And Compliance
Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation. Comply with County safety guidelines. Possess a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and maintain while employed. Must possess Traffic Control Technician certification within twelve (12) months of hire. Complete FEMA trainings as assigned. Working Conditions
Perform physically demanding work involving lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, and handling materials. Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, wind, and extreme temperatures. Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, fumes, and mists. Work on various surfaces, including uneven ground, inclines, and ladders. May use scaffolding and power equipment. Part of a team, works under supervision, and may be assigned flexible schedules. May work near or within active traffic zones. Equipment, Tools, And Materials
Use equipment such as cameras, radios, ladders, scaffolding, power washers, sprayers, compressors, generators, chippers, weed eaters, and mowers. Use personal protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, boots, dust masks, earplugs, and respirators. Operate County vehicles during job duties.
Operations & Maintenance Location: 2400 BROADWAY SE Pay: Probationary Hourly Rate of $18.07 Union Hourly Rate of $18.43 Close Date: November 4, 2025 Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. The BernCo Clean Community Maintenance Worker performs a variety of manual labor tasks to maintain and clean roadway rights-of-way, medians, sidewalks, and associated infrastructure. Duties include landscaping, graffiti removal, painting, and minor surface repairs. The position supports community beautification efforts and may assist other maintenance crews as needed. Duties And Responsibilities
Assist with a variety of landscape maintenance tasks, including mowing, trimming, chipping, watering, planting, and repairing drip and sprinkler systems in road medians, trails, and right-of-way areas. Support crews with thinning and pruning of trees, shrubs, and flower beds, and assist with weeding and general landscape care. Perform basic maintenance and repairs on surfaces such as concrete or plaster, including hole patching and crack filling. Set up and maintain proper traffic control measures when working along active roadways. Remove snow or ice from sidewalks and pedestrian paths as needed. Operate and maintain groundskeeping and graffiti removal equipment such as sprayers, power tools, vehicles, and trailers. Prepare surfaces for painting using techniques such as washing, scraping, sanding, or sand-blasting; mix and apply paints, enamels, stains, and protective coatings. Paint buildings, structures, furniture, and other surfaces using appropriate tools and techniques; perform basic sign painting with stencils. Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order; report any unsafe or inoperable equipment to a supervisor. Maintain accurate records of work orders and project progress, including before-and-after photos and routine reports. Support graffiti removal and recycling activities as assigned. The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED. Preferences
Experience with general landscape maintenance and painting. Experience operating power tools, hand tools, and landscaping equipment. Experience in general maintenance work or a related field. Knowledge of irrigation systems and drought-resistant landscaping. Familiarity with low-voltage landscape systems, telemetry devices, and backflow preventers. Traffic Control Technician certification preferred at time of hire. Screening And Compliance
Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation. Comply with County safety guidelines. Possess a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and maintain while employed. Must possess Traffic Control Technician certification within twelve (12) months of hire. Complete FEMA trainings as assigned. Working Conditions
Perform physically demanding work involving lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, and handling materials. Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, wind, and extreme temperatures. Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, fumes, and mists. Work on various surfaces, including uneven ground, inclines, and ladders. May use scaffolding and power equipment. Part of a team, works under supervision, and may be assigned flexible schedules. May work near or within active traffic zones. Equipment, Tools, And Materials
Use equipment such as cameras, radios, ladders, scaffolding, power washers, sprayers, compressors, generators, chippers, weed eaters, and mowers. Use personal protective equipment such as gloves, goggles, boots, dust masks, earplugs, and respirators. Operate County vehicles during job duties.