PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/5007952) Apply  PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE Salary $1,340.00 - $1,426.11 Biweekly Location Various Job Type Part Time Job Number 36775 Department Parks and Recreation Division Greenspace Opening Date 07/18/2025 Closing Date 7/25/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED DIVISION: GREENSPACE MAINTENANCE - Grounds Maintenance WORK LOCATION: VARIOUS* WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS* *Subject to Change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The 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 CONDITIONS The 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 REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Very 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 REQUIREMENTS No experience is required LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None PREFERENCES + Applicants who 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. **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 candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 4 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 832-395-7108. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-7108. (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 individual's 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 + 11 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 your highest level of education completed? + Less than 8th grade completed + 8th to 11th grade completed + High School diploma/ GED + Associate's degree or higher 03 Work setting experience – Park Maintenance Aide (Check all that apply AND that can be verified). + Worked outside in cold and heat + Worked in moisture/wetness + Unpleasant air conditions + Exposure to soiled materials + Exposure to light chemical substances + Grounds maintenance + None of the above 04 Do you have a valid/current driver's license? + Yes + No 05 Do you understand that this position is PART-TIME? + Yes + No 06 Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply). + Day Shifts + Evening Shifts + Night Shifts + Weekend Shifts + Holiday Shifts + None of the Above Required Question