• Ability to estimate quantities of materials necessary for type of work.
• Ability to design and utilize individual replacement parts.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and sketches.
• Ability to practice safety procedures for all equipment's used.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instruction and work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to 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.

Physical Effort Requirements: Position will have the following exposures

• 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. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment Locations: Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
Frequently

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space 
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment

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

Seldom

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Fumes or airborne particles 

Sometimes

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Moving mechanical parts 

Frequently

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• 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