LABORER (SEASONAL)-GS

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　　LABORER (SEASONAL)-GS

　　Salary

　　$13.50 Hourly

　　Location

　　Various

　　Job Type

　　Seasonal

　　Job Number

　　33127

　　Department

　　Parks and Recreation

　　Division

　　Greenspace

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　POSITION OVERVIEW

　　APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

　　********SEASONAL********DIVISION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT

　　SECTION: GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

　　WORK LOCATION: VARIOUS

　　WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS

　　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 Laborers to join its Greenspace Management team.

　　The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

　　Maintain park grounds by picking up litter and debris.

　　Perform basic cleaning of park facilities and monitor supplies in restrooms.

　　Report problems or safety hazards.

　　May operate small lawn and garden power tools such as: backpack blowers, string trimmers, and stick edgers.

　　Perform additional duties as required.

　　Candidates will be responsible for their own safety shoes.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS

　　There are routine exposures to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness, and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.

　　MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

　　EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Very fundamental levels of ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling.

　　EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

　　No experience is required.

　　LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

　　May require a valid Texas Class C driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

　　PREFERENCES

　　Applicants who can work Day, Evening, Night, Weekend and Holiday shifts 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, 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 3

　　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

　　• Life insurance

　　• Long-term disability

　　• Retirement pension

　　• 457 deferred compensation plan

　　• Employee Assistance Program

　　• 10 days of vacation each year

　　• 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

　　• Flexible schedules

　　• Professional development opportunities

　　• Transportation/parking plan

　　• Section 125 pretax deductions

　　• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

　　• 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 obtained?

　　Less than 8th grade completed

　　8th to 12th grade completed

　　High School diploma/GED

　　Associate's degree or higher

　　03

　　Do you have a valid/current driver's license?

　　Yes

　　No

　　My license is presently restricted, suspended or revoked.

　　04

　　Work setting experience- SEASONAL LABORER (Check all that apply).

　　Work outside in cold and heat

　　Work in moisture/wetness

　　Unpleasant air conditions

　　Exposure to soiled materials

　　Exposure to light chemical substances

　　Grounds maintenance

　　None of the above

　　05

　　Do you understand that this position is for seasonal employment only and does not guarantee permanent employment?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).

　　Day shift

　　Evening shift

　　Night shift

　　Weekend shift

　　Holiday shift

　　07

　　Safety shoes are required for this position. Are you aware you must purchase your safety shoes?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question