Job: EQUIPMENT WORKER

Job Title: EQUIPMENT WORKER
Salary: $849.00 - $1,266.00 Biweekly $22,074.00 - $32,916.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Houston, Texas

PN # 06966
All Persons Interested

EQUIPMENT WORKER

Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Grounds Maintenance
Section: Forestry
Location: 6501 Memorial
Workdays & Hours: M - F, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The qualified individual will operate and maintain a high lift and a variety of other heavy equipment including a tree spade truck, high lift, Bobcat, bucket truck, chipper dump, sweeper truck and tractor (46 to 65 hp). Responsible for the care, cleaning and maintenance of equipment including all types of chainsaws and brush chippers as well as performing preventive maintenance on routinely used equipment. Will safely climb and prune trees at heights of 80-100 feet by using a rope and saddle. Observe and implement safety procedures and precautions at work site. Prepare and maintain records and reports relevant to tasks and productivity. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays and emergencies as needed. This position is designates among essential personnel under the City's Emergency Management Policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Require stooping, bending and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough or uneven 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 EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and/or basic written instructions that might normally be acquired through 9-11 years of formal schooling.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six months of experience in the operation of plant or automotive equipment and attachments are required.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and comply with the City of Houston's policy AP 2-2 on driving. PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to applicants with extensive working experience in the aforementioned equipment and considerable knowledge of safety knots including the taut-line hitch, clove hitch, running bowline and the bullet. GENERAL INFORMATION: SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: ( X ) YesMust pass performance test administered by the Human Resources Department.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: ( X ) 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. The minimum to midpoint of this salary range is:Salary Range - Pay Grade 13 OPENING DATE: September 23, 2009CLOSING DATE: Open Until FilledAPPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly 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.For application status inquiries or special accommodations, please call the Hiring Department at: 713-865-9383.Our TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) phone number is (713) 837-9471.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.An Equal Opportunity Employer