Harris County (TX)-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Houston, TX
5,001-10,000 employees
Construction of Buildings

Under General Supervision, perform duties related to grounds maintenance of county parks, equipment and facilities. Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled tasks involving the maintenance and repair of park and recreation facilities and equipment. Operate tractors, vehicles and other small equipment to maintain park appearance.

  • Utilize a variety of hand and power tools in park landscape maintenance work.
  • Clean and maintain facilities including park restrooms, pavilions and grounds such as litter and trash pick up.
  • Assist with special events and routine group reservations such as setting up tables, chairs and equipment.
  • May assist in other sections of the department as necessary; is required to respond during natural disasters and/or times of emergencies.
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
  • One (1) year of experience in grounds maintenance and operating mowing equipment.
  • Knowledge of general construction tools and equipment with safe work practices.
  • The ability to perform heavy manual labor, learn to operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment.
  • Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relations with those contacted in the work day.
  • Ability to diffuse escalating situations.
  • Ability to operate a smartphone and tablet to inspect equipment and submit work orders and safety issues.
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
  • Accrual rates increase based on years of service
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
  • Healthcare Reimbursement Account
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedule (varies by department)
  • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
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