EQUIPMENT WORKER

EQUIPMENT WORKER

Salary

$1,501.00 - $1,769.66 Biweekly

Location

Various

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39177

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Greenspace

Opening Date

07/20/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT

SECTION: GREENSPACE MANAGEMENT

LOCATION: VARIOUS*

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 seeks an Equipment Worker (Light) to join its Greenspace Management team. The potential candidate will perform the following:

• Operate and maintain a single flail mower, deck mower or tractor (45 HP or less) on city parks and medians.
• Will perform grounds keeping duties including litter pickup, trimming, edging, and push-mowing.
• Will operate grounds maintenance equipment (e.g., edgers, weed eaters, etc.), always observing and implementing safety procedures.
• Assist with chemical spraying and special projects, as well as maintaining and cleaning equipment, tools, and restrooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houstons Emergency Management Policy.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of

walking on rough surfaces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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.

PHYSICAL SKILL:

Requires the ability to make fairly complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to

quickly changing external stimuli.

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

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May be required to have a valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and comply with the City of Houstons policy on driving based on the type of equipment the

individual is assigned to operate.

PREFERENCES

• Applicants who can work Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, and Holiday Shifts.
• Grounds Maintenance Experience highly preferred.
• A valid Drivers License and comply with the City of Houstons policy on driving (AP 2-2).

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 candidates 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 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 832-395-8357.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-0241. (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 individuals 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
• 13 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 obtained?

• Less than 9th grade completed
• 9th grade to 11th grade completed
• High School diploma/GED
• Associates degree or higher

03

How many months of verifiable experience do you have in the operation of plant or automotive equipment?

• Less than 6 months experience
• 6 months but less than 9 months experience
• 9 months but less than 11 months experience
• 11 months or more experience
• None of the above

04

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 and serviced grounds maintenance equipment and tools.
• Grounds maintenance such as edging, weed eating, planting, and pruning.
• None of the above

05

Do you have six months of verifiable experience operating any of the following ground maintenance equipment? (Check all that apply).

• Tractors w/ implements
• Large mowing units
• Riding mowing units
• None of the above

06

Do you have a VALID/CURRENT drivers license?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you understand that you will be tested on a mower/tractor equipment?

• Yes
• No

08

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
• Overtime
• None of the above

09

Have you listed all of your education & work experience on your application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/