We are seeking reliable Maintenance Workers for the VA facility in Houston, Texas. .
Job Summary
Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing manual labor
with a wide variety of construction and maintenance work. Depending on
area of assignment, may be responsible for providing laundry and
repair/mending service to maintain table skirts and covers. Exercises no
supervision.
Essential Job Functions
- Utilizes maintenance equipment to perform maintenance duties which may
include sweeping or cleaning streets, maintaining shrubs and flowers,
clearing weeds and brush, mowing and trimming public areas, tree
maintenance to include trimming/pruning, and performing custodial duties
in public areas. - Cleans, repairs, and replaces equipment at City parks and facilities.
- Prepares City facilities for various City events.
- Participates in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets,
City buildings, and facilities. - Inspects equipment and reports any equipment in need of maintenance or
repair. - Operates tractor mower, dump truck, and other small equipment.
- Loads trucks with sand, gravel, or waste material using a hand shovel,
lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds. - Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
- Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to
read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. - One (1) year of experience in labor or maintenance.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC: SAPD Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of manual labor tasks.
- Knowledge of hazards and safety measures as they apply to the type of
work being performed. - Knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials as they relate to the
type of work being performed. - Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Ability to learn basic laundering techniques, depending on area of
assignment. - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the job, with or
without accommodations. - Working conditions are inside and outside with routine repeated
exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous
materials, and dirty environment.
PROVIDING QUALITY STAFFING AND CONSULTING
SINCE 2011
Based out of San Antonio, Texas, our minority women-owned company specializes in all staffing and consulting needs. Whether you’re trying to hire a pharmacist, a respiratory therapist, or skilled and non-skilled laborer, we will staff your company with the best candidate. We bring extensive experience and professionalism and we will personalize our assistance to your needs and concerns. Most of our contracts are with the Army and Air Force as Sub-Contractors.
Our staff has a quick turn around and have been able to fill positions within 48 hours with short notice, we have filled hard to fill locations and jobs, and managed over 16 contracts with over 70 employees at a time. Managed call-ins at 24/7 hospitals and ensured shifts were filled, and managed PRNs with notice of less than 24 hours. Also, provided temp laborers for next day jobs.
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