Equipment Worker - Medium

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston Parks & Recreation Department seeks an Equipment Worker (Medium) to operate heavy equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, and to assist in maintenance projects at 6200 Wheeler St., Houston, TX.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with duties including report preparation, safety, and on-site upkeep.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow basic written instructions.
• Six (6) months of experience operating plant or automotive equipment.
• Must hold valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks, backhoes, box blades, small graders, and loaders.
• Perform construction projects and transport refuse and materials.
• Clean and service equipment and maintain a safe work site.
• Assist in preparing reports and keeping records.

Skills

Equipment operation

CDL B

Safety compliance

Education

Reading & writing ability

Tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

Position Overview

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

PN: 39387

DIVISION: PARKS & RECREATION - Facilities Management & Development

LOCATION: 6200 Wheeler St. Houston, TX 77023 *

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 is seeking an Equipment Worker (Medium) to join its Facilities Management and Development team.

This person will operate a variety of equipment such as dump trucks, Backhoes, Box Blades, Small Graders, Bobcats, Sweepers, and rubber-tire loaders. Perform construction projects. Transport refuse and materials utilizing a 12-yard dump truck. Clean and service equipment. Perform a variety of manual activities such as asphalt and concrete placement, mowing, etc. Assist in preparing reports and record keeping. Maintain a safe and clean work site. Repair and maintain facilities, structures, and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houston's Emergency Management Policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION 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 (6) months of experience in the operation of plant or automotive equipment and attachments are required.

License Requirements

Must have a valid Class 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 (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Applicants With The Following Attributes Are Highly Preferred

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.

• Applicants who can work Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday shifts are highly preferred.
• Applicants with experience using the following equipment are highly preferred:
• Backhoe, 12-yard tractor, box blade, 12-yard dump truck, asphalt roller, small grader, small rubber tire loader.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

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.