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SEMI-SKILLED LABORER

Salary

$36k - $39k

Min Experience

1 years

Location

Houston, Texas, United States

JobType

full-time

About the job

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Overview

About the role

About the Department

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Transportation and Drainage Operations

Reporting Location: 5900 Teague Rd, Houston, TX 77041

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 4:30pm
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides basic maintenance and repair to structures, facilities, and equipment to ensure a safe and clean environment. Performs basic maintenance and repairs to structures, facilities, and equipment, i.e., housekeeping activities, fabrication and installations, routine cleaning and servicing of vehicles, and cement mixing and preparation. Operates power and hand tool equipment. Performs painting, roofing, carpentry, and plumbing activities. May operate vehicles to and from work locations. Ensure equipment is maintained and in safe working conditions daily. Communicate with all co-workers, supervisors, upper management, and other entities, to ensure all work is accomplished. Performs additional miscellaneous assignments as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
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. This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time.

Position Duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIEREMENTS

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. No special knowledge of any subject area or technical field is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six months of working experience are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Class C driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Minimum Qualifications

**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. **

Other Qualifications

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer skills assessment test.

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 candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade - 6

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 832-395-2972.

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.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-2972. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

About the company

A municipal employer providing public services and infrastructure maintenance.

Skills

Power tools

Hand tools

Cement mixer

Vehicle operation tools