Fleet & Landscape Equipment Porter (Full-Time)

DTK Janitorial & Landscaping; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

DTK Janitorial & Landscaping is seeking a reliable Fleet & Landscape Equipment Porter to fuel, maintain, and prep 7 landscaping trucks and mowing equipment for the next day’s crews. This role features an afternoon/evening shift designed to reduce morning chaos and keep field teams moving efficiently.

Ideal candidates enjoy hands-on work, basic small engine maintenance, and taking ownership of a clean, organized shop environment. Apply to join a hands-on shop team.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Basic experience with small engines, commercial lawn mowers, or automotive maintenance.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds in a shop/outdoor environment.
• Strong punctuality and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Fuel 8 landscaping trucks and all small engine equipment; log fuel usage.
• Check and top off oil, coolant, and fluids daily.
• Perform basic maintenance: clean air filters, scrape mower decks, check tire pressure.
• Inspect mower blades for damage and report sharpening needs.
• Keep shop, fueling area, and trailer setups clean and organized.
• Log fuel usage and report mechanical issues to management.

Job description

Description

We are looking for a reliable, organized Fleet & Landscape Equipment Porter to join our shop team. Your primary mission is to ensure our 7 landscaping trucks and commercial mowing equipment are fully fueled, maintained, and ready to roll before the crews arrive the next morning.This is a unique afternoon/evening shift that eliminates morning chaos and keeps our field crews moving efficiently. If you enjoy hands-on work, small engine maintenance, and taking ownership of an organized shop, this role is perfect for you.

Description

We are looking for a reliable, organized Fleet & Landscape Equipment Porter to join our shop team. Your primary mission is to ensure our 7 landscaping trucks and commercial mowing equipment are fully fueled, maintained, and ready to roll before the crews arrive the next morning.This is a unique afternoon/evening shift that eliminates morning chaos and keeps our field crews moving efficiently. If you enjoy hands-on work, small engine maintenance, and taking ownership of an organized shop, this role is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Fueling: Safely fill fuel tanks on 8 landscaping trucks and all small engine equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers).
• Fluid Checks: Check and top off oil, coolant, and windshield washer fluids daily.
• Basic Maintenance: Clean air filters, scrape mower decks, and check tire pressure.
• Blade Inspection: Inspect mower blades for damage and report sharpening needs.
• Organization: Keep the shop, fueling area, and trailer setups clean and organized.
• Reporting: Log fuel usage and report any mechanical issues or damage to management immediately.

Daily Duties Include

• Shop prep & equipment maintenance
• Yard staging
• Fleet turnaround and fueling
• Shop lockdown and reporting

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required to move trucks in the yard).
• Basic experience with small engines, commercial lawn mowers, or automotive maintenance.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, parts, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation and work comfortably in a shop/outdoor environment.
• Strong punctuality and the ability to work independently.