Maintenance Worker

Salary: $17.96 Hourly Location : 2522 East Historic Hwy 66, Gallup NM Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202600011 Department: Facilities Management Opening Date: 03/06/2026 Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain DescriptionFOR BEST CONSIDERATION APPLY BY: MARCH 20, 2026A RESUME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATIONDefinition: The purpose of this position is to perform facilities and grounds maintenance and maintain a clean and safe working environment. This is accomplished by performing electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry,roof, and building repairs, as well as, maintaining grounds and County facilities custodial needs. Other responsibilities include managing supplies, inventory and performing other duties as needed. Essential Job Functions:Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function. Performs maintenance and preventive maintenance duties to include, but not limited to; electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, roof, and building repairs identified in work orders. Use computer skills to view, track and complete work orders, view and adjust automation system controls. Includes maintenance, custodial duties, and others. Maintains grounds by operating lawn and garden tools; weeding, mowing, and trimming; painting curbs and parking lanes; repairing and welding all perimeter fencing, gates, and locks; providing precautionary warnings in work areas; removing snow, ice, and debris from all county facilities in inclement weather. Perform custodial duties daily throughout McKinley County facilities/departments. Duties include, but are not limited to, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning windows, ensuring bathrooms are cleaned and well stocked, taking out trash, and keeping stairwells clean and free of impediments. Manages cleaning supplies and custodial equipment; maintaining inventory; submitting purchase orders and invoices; ordering supplies; and distribution per staff and facility. Physical Demands: While preforming duties, employee will be required to: Stand for long periods of time Walk short to long distances Use hands and fingers to handle or feel Use of arms and hands to reach for objects Climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, or crouch Talk, and/or hear Sit Frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Use vision for distance, color, and depth perception Driving Working Conditions: Employee will be frequently exposed to: Moving mechanical parts Hot, cold, wet and/or humid conditions High, precarious places Fumes and/or airborne particles Toxic or caustic chemicals Outside weather conditions Risk of electrical shock and vibration A moderate to occasionally loud noise level Other Requirements: The incumbent of this position must comply with established safety guidelines of the County. Employee may be required to travel, be on-call, work nights and holidays (as necessary). Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma, or GED equivalent Preferred Requirements: One (1) year of general maintenance experience - or - a combination of school, training, and experience equal to one (1) year. Certificate or degree in Construction Technology, HVAC, Electrical or related field. Computer Skills: typing skills; knowledge of various computer programs Experience working in a local/county government environment. Certificates and Licenses: Must possess a valid Driver's License at time of employment and be insurable for liability purposes; and the ability to possess a New Mexico Driver's License within six (6) months of hire date. Disclaimer: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. McKinley County is proud to offer a full compensation benefits package. Below is a list of benefits offered through the SoNM Local Public Body to enhance the lives of eligible full-time employees and their qualified family members. Medical Pharmacy Vision Dental Paid Leave Life & Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Retirement (PERA) Voluntary Benefits Deferred Compensation Plan To learn more details, visit our benefits page. McKinley County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or promotion on the basis of race, color, national origin, political affiliation, religious faith or absence thereof, sex, age, handicap, or disability, or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.

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