SEMI-SKILLED LABORER (FMD)

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　　SEMI-SKILLED LABORER (FMD)

　　Salary

　　$15.00 Hourly

　　Location

　　6200 Wheeler

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　33109

　　Department

　　Parks and Recreation

　　Division

　　Facilities Management & Development

　　Opening Date

　　01/11/2024

　　Closing Date

　　4/11/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　POSITION OVERVIEW

　　APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

　　DIVISION: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE & DEVELOPMENT

　　SECTION: HEAVY CONSTRUCTION

　　WORKDAYS & HOURS: M - F, 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*

　　*Subject to change

　　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 a Semi-Skilled Laborer to join its Facilities Management & Development Team. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

　　DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　This individual will perform basic maintenance and repairs to structural trail work, installation of bollards, barricades and car stops. Operate small equipment such as: chain saws, mason saws, jack hammers, drills, gasoline tampers, and other hand tool equipment. May work with different types of materials (such as: granite, mill asphalt, field dirt, etc.). May operate vehicles to and from work locations. Monitor inventory control. Perform additional miscellaneous assignments as required.

　　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 of 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 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 (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

　　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. The salary range is:

　　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

　　• 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

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

　　Yes

　　No

　　Currently expired, suspended or revoked

　　03

　　What is your highest level of education?

　　Less than 9th grade completed

　　9th to 11th grade completed

　　High School diploma/GED

　　Associate's degree or higher

　　04

　　How many months of working experience do you have?

　　Less than 6 months experience

　　6 months but less than 12 months experience

　　1 year or more experience

　　05

　　Work setting experience – Semi Skilled Laborer (Heavy Construction). Check all that apply.

　　Worked outside in cold and heat

　　Operate power and hand tools

　　Cleaned and serviced equipment and tools

　　None of the above

　　06

　　Do you have at least six (6) months experience in any of the following? Please select all that apply to you AND that can be verified.

　　Chain saws

　　Mason saws

　　Jack Hammers

　　Drills

　　Gasoline tampers

　　Hand tools

　　Work with granite

　　Work with mill asphalt

　　Work with field dirt

　　None of the above

　　Required Question