EQUIPMENT WORKER (HEAVY)

Overview

Position Overview

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 an Equipment Worker (Heavy) to join its Facilities Management and Development team.

APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM : ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION : FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT - Heavy Construction

LOCATION : 6200 Wheeler St. Houston, TX 77023

WORKDAYS & HOURS : MON-FRI; 6 : 30 AM – 3 : 30 PM

• 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 an Equipment Worker (Heavy) to join its Facilities Management and Development team.

Responsibilities

Working Conditions

The position requires stooping, bending and / or lifting of items up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve 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 instructions as might normally be acquired through 9 to 11 years of formal schooling.

Experience Requirements

Six months of experience in the operation of plant or automotive equipment and attachments are required.

License Requirements

Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving based on the type of equipment the individual is assigned to operate.

Preferences

Applicants With The Following Attributes Are Highly Preferred

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, 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.

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 13

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.

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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.

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