Semi-Skilled Laborer - Grounds & Landscaping - IAH

Airports Council International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking a Semi-Skilled Laborer in the HAS - Horticulture & Grounds Maintenance division. The role involves safely operating minor equipment to support opening day freshness by maintaining the aesthetics of airport assets, with duties including basic maintenance, fence repairs, and debris removal.

Work hours are Sunday through Thursday, 6:00am to 2:30pm, with potential schedule changes. A Texas Class C license is required and security badge access must be obtained within 6

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow basic instructions.
• 9–11 years schooling is typical at entry level.
• Six months of working experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic maintenance and repairs to structures, facilities and equipment.
• Operates power and hand tool equipment.
• Monitors inventory control.
• Trash and debris removal from boulevards, terminals, and other public spaces.
• May operate vehicles to and from work locations.
• Performs additional miscellaneous assignments as required.

Skills

Read instruction following basic rules

Basic maintenance

Tool operation

Vehicle operation

Education

9–11 years schooling

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Mowing equipment

Weed eater

Zero-turn mower

Job description

City of Houston

SEMI-SKILLED LABORER - Grounds & Landscaping - IAH

SALARY $20.16 - $20.91 Hourly LOCATION 4500 Will Clayton Pkwy.

JOB TYPE Full Time JOB NUMBER 39909

DEPARTMENT Houston Airport System OPENING DATE 10/30/2026

CLOSING DATE 11/5/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/ Section: HAS - Horticulture & Grounds Maintenance

Workdays & Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 6:00am to 2:30pm* (*subject to change)

PURPOSE OF DIVISION

The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) Maintenance business unit is to effectively deliver self-performed, and

contracted, maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Semi-Skilled Laborer in the Horticulture& Grounds Maintenance section of the Houston Airport

System is to safely and efficiently operate minor equipment to perform a series of manual activities and tasks supporting

the goal of “Opening Day Fresh” by prolonging the life and aesthetic beauty of airport's owned assets through effective,

efficient, and proactive maintenance.

“Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within

6 months from the hire date.

The Semi-Skilled Laborer responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Performs basic maintenance and repairs to structures, facilities and equipment, i.e. household activities,fabrication and installations, routine cleaning and servicing of vehiclesPerforms minor fence repairs

Operates power and hand tool equipmentMay operate vehicles to and from work locationsMonitors inventory controlTrash & debris removal from boulevards, terminals, and other public spacesPerforms additional miscellaneous assignments as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL 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. No special knowledge of any subject area or technical field is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six months of working experience are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Class C driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

The availability to work all shifts, including rotation, weekends and holidays preferredAny experience with using minor Mowing and Power equipment2 years of experience utilizing weed eating & zero turn mower operation equipment.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualificationsnecessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among themost qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment

test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if it is a promotional position, candidate must pass an

assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 6

SALARY INFORMATION

EmployerCity of Houston

Address901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website

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.