Equipment Worker Medium

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston seeks an Equipment Worker (Medium) to operate a range of heavy equipment at the Facilities Management and Development team. The role includes performing construction tasks, transporting materials, and maintaining equipment at the Wheeler St location in Houston, TX.

Shifts include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday options; safety and routine exposure to heat, cold, moisture, and air pollutants are factors. A Class B CDL is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment such as dump trucks, Backhoes, Box Blades, Small Graders, Bobcats, Sweepers, and rubber-tire loaders.
• Perform construction projects and transport refuse and materials using a 12-yard dump truck.
• Clean and service equipment; maintain a safe and clean work site; assist in preparing reports and records.

Education

Education equivalent to 9-11 years of formal schooling

Tools

Dump truck operation

Backhoe operation

Box blade

Small grader

Bobcat

Sweepers

Rubber-tire loader

12-yard dump truck

Job description

Equipment Worker Medium

6200 Wheeler St. Houston, TX 77023*

MON-FRI; 6:30AM - 3:30PM*

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.

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.

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

General Information

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.

Pay grade 13

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

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.