City of Laredo
Building Maintenance Worker, (A264012-1) 202, Bridge II
City of Laredo, Laredo, Texas, United States, 78045
Revised 11/10/2025
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 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 a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Knowledge of:
English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
General building and grounds maintenance work practices and procedures
General building cleaning procedures
Basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and gardening
Cleaning solutions
Skills and Abilities:
Organization and time management
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Preparing and maintaining records of repair work
Using applicable equipment and machinery
Building and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Communicating clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Maintaining good planning and organizational skills
Taking and following directions from a supervisor
Giving directions to and gaining compliance from assigned staff
Performing strenuous and routine work
Maintaining a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record
Projecting a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo
Effectively communicating in English and Spanish
Complying with all City of Laredo policies and procedures
Maintaining good health and physical condition sufficient to permit full performance of the duties of this position
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Effort Requirements
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.
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 Seldom
Office or similar indoor environment
Construction site
Warehouse environment
Sometimes
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Confined space
Vehicles
Often
Outdoor environment
Exposures Never
Communicable diseases
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Sometimes
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Moving mechanical parts
Fumes or airborne particles
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Frequently
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Travel Never:
Regional travel
National travel
International travel
Sometimes:
Local travel
Required Education and Experience At least eighteen (18) years of age.
Required Licenses or 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
(956) 791‑7480
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.
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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 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 a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Knowledge of:
English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
General building and grounds maintenance work practices and procedures
General building cleaning procedures
Basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and gardening
Cleaning solutions
Skills and Abilities:
Organization and time management
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Preparing and maintaining records of repair work
Using applicable equipment and machinery
Building and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Communicating clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Maintaining good planning and organizational skills
Taking and following directions from a supervisor
Giving directions to and gaining compliance from assigned staff
Performing strenuous and routine work
Maintaining a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record
Projecting a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo
Effectively communicating in English and Spanish
Complying with all City of Laredo policies and procedures
Maintaining good health and physical condition sufficient to permit full performance of the duties of this position
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Effort Requirements
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.
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 Seldom
Office or similar indoor environment
Construction site
Warehouse environment
Sometimes
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Confined space
Vehicles
Often
Outdoor environment
Exposures Never
Communicable diseases
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Sometimes
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Moving mechanical parts
Fumes or airborne particles
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Frequently
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Travel Never:
Regional travel
National travel
International travel
Sometimes:
Local travel
Required Education and Experience At least eighteen (18) years of age.
Required Licenses or 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
(956) 791‑7480
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.
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