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[Veterans Preference: [The Jobs for Veterans Act mandates priority of service to veterans seeking employment and training opportunities. To ensure compliance with this law, this job posting will be available only to veterans for the first 24 hours. After this period, the job will be released to all jobseekers. SUMMARY: Under close supervision, performs a variety of unskilled tasks; cleans and maintains landscaping, grounds, buildings, and irrigation systems. Specific tasks may vary depending on area of assignment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Cleans and maintains landscaped areas; mows grass, and edges along sidewalks and buildings; cuts and trims trees and brush; rakes leaves; feeds leaves and brush into chipper. Collects trash, paper waste, and debris from around the facilities and grounds. Installs sprinkler and irrigation systems; repairs leak as needed. Depending on area of assignment, may be required to sweep rooms, clean walls, and wash windows of designated facilities and buildings. Supports the relationship between the City of Roswell and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training, and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND six months' experience performing manual labor tasks; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge of: City and Department policies and procedures. Proper use of basic hand tools and small power tools. Safety policies, practices, and procedures. Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and the public. Effective verbal and written communication; following instructions. Performing manual labor for extended periods of time. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess and maintain a valid Class D drivers license issued by the State of New Mexico. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed at various facilities; requires constant physical efforts, and may be exposed to dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass a rigid background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records, and other records deemed necessary. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility. Must pass a pre-employment limited physical given by a City-designated physician. ]{lang="EN"}]{lang="EN" calibri",sans-serif"=""}