PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE

Position OverviewAPPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM:ALL PERSONS INTERESTEDDIVISION: GREENSPACE MAINTENANCEWORK LOCATION: VARIOUS*WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS*Subject to ChangeDescription Of Duties/Essential FunctionsThe Houston Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community & enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks & offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking Park Maintenance Aide Position to join its Greenspace Maintenance team.The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:Performs basic cleaning of park facilities and monitors supplies in restrooms.Report any problems or hazardous conditions to the designated authority. Perform additional assignments as required. Maintain park grounds by picking up litter and debris.This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houston's Emergency Management Policy.WORKING CONDITIONSThe 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 discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.Minimum RequirementsEDUCATION REQUIREMENTSVery fundamental levels of ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling.Experience RequirementsNo experience is requiredLicense RequirementsNonePREFERENCESPreference 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.** Applicantswho can work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Applicants that have experience in grounds maintenance. Applicants who have a valid Texas Class C driver's license.GENERAL INFORMATIONSelection/Skills Tests RequiredThe selection process will involve application review and/or interview.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YESIf yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.SALARY INFORMATIONFactors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.Pay Grade 5APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly 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 832-393-0241.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 EmployerThe 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.