Job Description

Job Title

Cleans, disinfects, and maintains all buildings and structures in public use assuring the facilities are clean, disinfected, and safe at all times.

Essential Functions/Job Competencies/Physical Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures.
• Knowledge of general carpentry, electrical, plumbing work, air conditioning and heating systems.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.
• Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and routine manual cleaning tasks.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.
• 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.
• 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 Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Sometimes

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Confined space

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Construction site
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment

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

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases

Sometimes

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Frequently

• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Often:

• Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

18 years of age.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License* *If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to 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. "AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT."

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