Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCV128: BernCo Clean Community Maintenance Worker

BernCo Clean Community Maintenance Worker

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV128
1
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
15.55 - 17.36 - 20.01 USD Hourly
$15.55 - $17.36 - $20.01
$32,344.00 - $36,108.80 - $41,620.80

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • 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.
Revision: 8/21/2025 1:40:29 PM