PARKS MAINTENANCE AIDE

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston’s Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) is seeking a Park Maintenance Aide to join the Greenspace Maintenance team. This role supports safe, well‑maintained parks and affordable programming for the community, performing basic cleaning, debris removal, and rest area upkeep.

Ideal candidates will be ready to work a variety of shifts and satisfy driving policy requirements. The position offers exposure to outdoor maintenance tasks and opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and comply with City of Houston driving policy (A.P. 2-2).
• No previous experience required.
• Shifts may include day, evening, night, weekend and holiday coverage.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic cleaning of park facilities and monitors restroom supplies.
• Reports problems or hazards to the designated authority.
• Maintains park grounds by picking up litter and debris.
• Performs additional assignments as required.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Education

Basic literacy

Job description

DIVISION:

GREENSPACE MAINTENANCE

SECTION:

GROUND MAINTENANCE

WORK LOCATION:

VARIOUS*

WORKDAYS & HOURS:

VARIOUS*

*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 Park Maintenance Aide Position to join its Greenspace Maintenance team.

The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

• Performs basic cleaning of park facilities and monitors supplies in restrooms.
• Report any problems or hazardous conditions to the designated authority.
• Perform additional assignments as required.
• Maintain Park grounds by picking up litter and debris.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are routine exposures to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Very fundamental levels of ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (A.P. 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.

• Applicants who can workday, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday shifts.
• Applicants that have experience in ground maintenance
• Applicants who have a valid Texas Class C driver’s license and comply with City of Houston’s policy on driving (A.P. 2-2)

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: Department may administer a skills assessment test.

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 5

SALARY INFORMATION: GENERAL FUNDS POSITION. 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.