SEMI-SKILLED LABORER Salary $12.50 Hourly Location 1205 Dart, TX Job Type Full-Time Department Fire Department Job Number 19600 Closing 6/14/2018 11:59 PM Central * Description * Benefits * Questions POSITION OVERVIEW ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Procurement Monday Friday; 7:00 AM 4:00 PM* *Subject to Change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This individual will provide basic maintenance and repair to structures, facilities and equipment to ensure a safe and clean environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Primarily perform clean-up/ maintenance of the outside area of the HFD warehouse, with a focus on the maintenance of our retired hose and equipment program. This includes the rolling, packing, and palletizing of the very heavy fire-fighting house. All retired and/or stored material worked must have accurate documentation.

• Maintain all other retired equipment (outside) in an orderly and documented manner. The equipment is to be prepared for disposal through PDMO, Sister City program, or the Texas Forest Service. * The outside environment will be cleaned every day to be rid of trash, clutter, and swept when needed to maintain a neat area on the exterior of the warehouse. * When not working outside, the employee will sweep, clean and help maintain the inside of the warehouse as dictated by their supervisor. * On occasion, the employee may be tasked with delivery of material to the various fire station(s). * The employee will assist in any other appropriate capacity as dictated by the management team. WORKING CONDITIONS The position requires extensive, near-continuous physical exertion such as the repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than 80 pounds), deep bending, climbing steps and/or assuming awkward positions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 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 related experience are preferred. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Must have a valid Texas Class C driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving. PREFERENCES 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 Department may administer skills assessment test SAFETY IMPACT POSITIONYES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if candidate is promoted into this position, he/she must pass an assigned 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 salary range is pay grade: Salary Range 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 posting opening and closing dates shown. 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 832-394-6605. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information. 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, please call TTY 7-1-1. EEO Equal Employment Opportunity 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 Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Flexible schedules Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan 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 Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License? * Yes * No 03 Please select the option that best describes the amount of VERIFIABLE work experience you have that is related to the duties of this position: * No verifiable work experience. * 6 months to less than 1 year of verifiable work experience. * 1 to 3 years of verifiable work experience. * 3 or more years of verifiable work experience. 04 What is the highest level of education you have obtained?
• Less than 9th grade completed * 9-12th grade completed * High School diploma or GED * Beyond High School Required Question Agency City of Houston Address ONLINE SUBMISSIONS REQUIRED Houston, Texas, 77002 Website http://www.houstontx.gov