NATURAL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

NATURAL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

Salary

$1,554.00 - $2,914.00 Biweekly

Location

Various

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39246

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Greenspace

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division: Greenspace Operations

Workdays & Hours: M-F, 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*

Location: 1801 Memorial Dr. Houston, Texas 77007*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhance 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 Natural Resources Equipment Technician to join its Greenspace Operations team.

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

• Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities on a daily basis, i.e., herbicide application, auguring, mowing, planting, weeding.
• Install tree and prairie plantings, and assist in plant propagation.
• Assist in mechanical and chemical invasive species removal.
• Operating and maintaining various pieces of equipment such as brush cutters, weed eaters, riding mowing units, lawnmowers, edger, tractor, skid steer and chainsaw to maintain habitat restoration areas.
• Operates equipment within sensitive natural areas, such as prairies and wetlands, with minimal disturbance.
• Maintains, cleans and services equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions at work site.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. This is an outside job requiring work in natural areas with a range of habitats. 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 complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to quickly changing external stimuli.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Science, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) months of experience using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats.

SUBSTITUTION: Experience using heavy equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, habitats, or related field may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-to-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May be required to obtain 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. Must have a valid Texas drivers license and comply with the City of Houstons policy on driving.

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 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 completed?

• High School diploma/GED
• Associates degree in a related field.
• Bachelors degree or higher in a related field.
• None of the above

03

Quantifiable work history using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months to less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 2.5 years of experience
• 2.5 years or more of experience
• I dont have any experience

04

Do you have a valid/current Texas drivers license?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL)?

• Yes
• No

06

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

• Weekends
• Holidays
• Evenings
• None of the above

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/