EQUIPMENT WORKER

About the Department

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
         
DIVISION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT
SECTION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT
LOCATION: VARIOUS*
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MON-FRI: 6:30AM – 3:30PM*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD seeks an Equipment Worker (Light) to join its Greenspace Management team. The potential candidate will perform the following:

• Operate and maintain a single flail mower, deck mower or tractor (45 HP or less) on city parks and medians.  
• Will perform grounds keeping duties including litter pickup, trimming, edging, and push-mowing.  
• Will operate grounds maintenance equipment (e.g., edgers, weed eaters, etc.), always observing and implementing safety procedures.  
• Assist with chemical spraying and special projects, as well as maintaining and cleaning equipment, tools, and restrooms.      
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houston's Emergency Management Policy. 

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of 
walking on rough surfaces. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution.  The position may 
involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, 
bruises and minor burns. 

PHYSICAL SKILL:
Requires the ability to make fairly complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to 
quickly changing external stimuli.

Position Duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS 
Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and/or basic written instructions as might normally be acquired through 9 to 11 years of formal schooling. 
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six months of experience in the operation of plant or automotive equipment and attachments are required. 
 
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
May be required to have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving based on the type of equipment the 
individual is assigned to operate.

Minimum Qualifications

•  Applicants who can work Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday Shifts.  
• Grounds Maintenance Experience highly preferred.
• A valid Driver's License and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** 

Other Qualifications

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.
 
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION    YES     
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 13

 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. 
 
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-8357.
 
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-0241. (TTY 7-1-1).
 
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
 
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
 
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. 
 
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. 

Benefits

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
 

Supplemental Questions

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Agency Information

EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/