SEMI-SKILLED LABORER (GS) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4724375) Apply  SEMI-SKILLED LABORER (GS) Salary $16.75 - $17.64 Hourly Location Various Job Type Full Time Job Number 35485 Department Parks and Recreation Division Greenspace Opening Date 11/08/2024 Closing Date 11/22/2024 6:00 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED DIVISION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT SECTION: GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKDAYS & HOURS: MON. - FRI.: 6:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.* *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 seeks a Semi-Skilled Laborer to join its Greenspace Management team. The potential candidate will play a key role in: + 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. + May oversee probationers and temporary employees. + 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 EDUCATIONAL 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 driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2). PREFERENCES Applicants that can work Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday Shifts and who have grounds maintenance experience are 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, 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 6 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. 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 or GED + Associate's degree or higher 03 Do you have a valid/current driver's license? + Yes + No 04 Do you have six (6) months of working experience? + Yes + No 05 Work setting experience – Semi-Skilled Laborer (Check all that apply and that can be verified). + Worked outside in cold and heat. + Operated various hand tools. + Cleaned and serviced equipment and tools. + Grounds Maintenance: edging, weed eating, planting, and pruning. + Operated various mowers. + None of the above 06 How many months of experience do you have in grounds maintenance? + Less than 6 months experience + 6 months to less than 8 months experience + 8 months to less than 10 months experience + 10 months or more experience + None of the above 07 Are you willing and able to work any of the following shifts? (Check all that apply). + Day Shifts + Evening Shifts + Night Shifts + Weekend Shifts + Holiday Shifts + None of the Above 08 Do you currently work with the City of Houston's Parks and Recreation Department? + Yes + No 09 I agree I will not apply for a lateral transfer or a position that would result in a voluntary demotion to another City Department and/or Division during the peak mowing seasons of July 1- October 31. + Agree + Disagree 10 Please be aware it is a very important part of processing to submit your education documentation. Have you submitted your education information (i.e. high school diploma)? + Yes + No 11 Have you entered all work history on the application? Failure to include all employment will result in a delay in processing your application. + Yes + No Required Question