Equipment Worker Medium

Equipment Worker Medium

Salary

$1,554.00 - $2,914.00 Biweekly

Location

6200 Wheeler

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39728

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Facilities Management & Development

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
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POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

PN: 39728

DIVISION: PARKS & RECREATION - Facilities Management & Development

LOCATION: 6200 Wheeler St. Houston, TX 77023*

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.

This person will operate a variety of equipment such as dump trucks, Backhoes, Box Blades, Small Graders, Bobcats, Sweepers, and rubber-tire loaders. Perform construction projects. Transport refuse and materials utilizing a 12-yard dump truck. Clean and service equipment. Perform a variety of manual activities such as asphalt and concrete placement, mowing, etc. Assist in preparing reports and record keeping. Maintain a safe and clean work site. Repair and maintain facilities, structures, and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houstons Emergency Management Policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION 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

Must have a valid Class 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 (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Applicants with the following attributes are highly preferred:

• 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 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 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 832.393.4882.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4882. (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 completed?

• Less than 9th grade completed
• 9th to 11th grade completed
• High School diploma/GED or Higher
• None of the above

03

Do you have six months or more of quantifiable work experience operating a backhoe, tractor equipment, plant, automotive/truck equipment, and attachments?

• Yes
• No

04

Please check all automotive or plant 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

05

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

06

Do you have a VALID/CURRENT Texas Commercial Drivers license (CDL)?

• Class A
• Class B
• None of the above

07

Do you have a valid/current Texas drivers license?

• Yes
• No

08

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

09

Did you list all of your education and 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/