SEMI-SKILLED LABORER

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to support parks and recreation by performing routine grounds tasks across multiple facilities.

You will operate mowing units, edgers, chainsaws, and rototillers, work in teams or alone, and help with inspections and event prep. A valid Texas driver’s license and at least six months of experience are required; no degree is needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow basic written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine ground maintenance tasks.
• Operate mowing units, lawn mowers, edger, chainsaw, and rototiller.
• Work as a team member or individually to meet work requirements.
• Assist with park maintenance quality inspections.
• Prepare for special events and other park activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

9–11 years of formal schooling

Job description

Position Overview

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT

SECTION: GROUND MAINTANANCE

LOCATION: VARIOUS*

WORKDAYS & HOURS: MON. - FRI.: 6:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.*

• Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

• This individual will perform a variety of routine tasks related to ground maintenance operations.
• May operate and maintain various pieces of equipment such as riding mowing units, lawn mowers, edger, chainsaw, and rototiller.
• Perform work as team member, or individually as necessary to meet work requirements.
• Assist with park maintenance quality inspections. Report problems and/or hazardous conditions to designated authority.
• Perform work prepping special events, training, and other park activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is designated among essential personnel under the City's Emergency Management Policy.

Working Conditions

This position requires extensive, near-continuous physical exertion such as repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than 80 pounds), deep bending, climbing steps and/or assuming awkward positions. There are routine exposures to extreme weather conditions such as heat/cold, moisture and air pollution. 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 instruction as might normally be acquired through 9 to 11 years of formal schooling. No special knowledge of any subject area or technical field is required.

Experience Requirements

Six (6) months of working experience are required.

License Requirements

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preferences

• 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 that can work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Applicants who have grounds maintenance experience are preferred.

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 6

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.