EQUIPMENT WORKER (MEDIUM)-FMD Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4832084) Apply  EQUIPMENT WORKER (MEDIUM)-FMD Salary $1,462.40 - $2,124.00 Biweekly Location 6200 Wheeler Job Type Full Time Job Number 35975 Department Parks and Recreation Division Facilities Management & Development Opening Date 02/17/2025 Closing Date 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED DIVISION: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT WORKDAYS & HOURS: MON-FRI; 6:30AM – 3:30PM* *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 (Medium) to join its Facilities Management and Development team. Potential Candidate will play a key role in: + Operates heavy equipment and operates trucks to transport equipment, refuse and/or materials to and from work sites. + Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e. spraying, lawn care, moving furniture, roofing, painting, digging manholes, mowing, pouring concrete or asphalt, etc. + Maintains, cleans and services equipment, vehicles, tools and facilities. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials and equipment. + Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions at work sites. + May investigate and respond to complaints. + Prepares and maintains reports, forms and records. + May act as a leader of a crew and coordinate and monitor work assignments and personnel. + Performs other duties as assigned. This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houston’s Emergency Management Policy. WORKING CONDITIONS The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 80 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. 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. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Six (6) months of experience in the operation of plant or automotive equipment and attachments are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS May require a valid Class A or B 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 (AP 2-2). PREFERENCES Applicants with the following attributes are highly preferred: - Class B CDL - Applicants who can work Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday shifts are highly preferred. - Applicants with experience using the following equipment are highly preferred: + Backhoe, 12-yard tractor, box blade, 12-yard dump truck, asphalt roller, small grader, small rubber tire loader. **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.** 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. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832.395.7091. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.395.7091 . (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. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No 02 What is the highest level of education you have completed? + Less than 9th grade completed + 9th to 11th grade completed + High School diploma/GED + Associate's degree or higher 03 It is a very important part of the selection process to submit your education documentation. Have you attached your education document to your application (High School diploma/GED/Associate's degree etc.)? + Yes + No 04 Do you have six months of verifiable experience operating a backhoe, tractor equipment, plant, automotive/truck equipment, and attachments? + Yes + No 05 Please check all automotive equipment (s) below which you have verifiable experience operating. (Make sure you include the equipment operated in your previous work experience). + Maintainer + Excavator + 12+ Yard Dump Truck + Roller Asphalt Paver + Backhoe + None of the above 06 Work setting experience - Equipment Worker: Check all that apply AND that can be verified. + Worked outside in cold and heat. + Operated various hand tools. + Cleaned, serviced, and maintained equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities. + Spraying, lawn care, moving furniture, roofing, painting, digging manholes, pouring concrete or asphalt. + None of the above 07 Do you have a VALID/CURRENT Commercial Driver's license (CDL)? + Class A + Class B + None of the above 08 Do you have a valid/current driver's license? + Yes + No 09 Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply). + Day shifts + Evening shifts + Night shifts + Weekend shifts + Holiday shifts + Overtime + None of the above Required Question