SEASONAL LABORER (GS)

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston seeks a Laborer (Seasonal Temporary) to support the Greenspace Management team. Duties include maintaining park grounds, cleaning facilities, and operating light power tools. This position offers the chance to contribute to community parks while managing outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions.
• No previous experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain park grounds and pick up litter.
• Perform basic cleaning of park facilities.
• Report problems or safety hazards.

Skills

Basic cleaning

Safety awareness

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Up to 8 years of formal schooling

Job description

APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
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DIVISION:GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
SECTION: GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
WORK LOCATION: VARIUOS
WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS

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 Laborer (Seasonal Temporary) to join its Greenspace Management team. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

• Maintain Park grounds by picking up litter and debris.
• Perform basic cleaning of park facilities and monitors supplies in restrooms.
• Report problems or safety hazards.
• May operate small lawn and garden power tools such as backpack blowers, string trimmers, and stick edgers.
• Perform additional duties as required.
• Candidates will be responsible for their own safety shoes.

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 May require a valid Texas Class C driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2). PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO
Applicantswho can work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

**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.** SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The 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.

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 3

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. 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 832.395.7108.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.395.7108. (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.