Equipment Technician (Concrete Maintenance

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division:
Transportation & Drainage Operations

Reporting

Location:

5900 Teague Rd.

Workdays &

Hours:

6am- 4:30pm

The Equipment Technician will safely operate equipment and power tools to perform a series of skilled/manual activities and tasks and/or to transport materials, personnel, and supplies to complete work assignments. (Dump Truck, 5/10 Ton Roller, Asphalt Distributor Truck, Concrete Mixer Truck, Concrete Saw, Flusher with tanker endorsement, F.E. Loader, Herb, Spray Truck, Lowboy, Pothole Patcher, Slope Mower, Bulldozer, Sweeper, and Bucket Truck.)to

transport equipment and/or materials to and from work sites.

Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e. spraying, lawn care, moving furniture, roofing, painting, digging manholes, mowing, pouring concrete or asphalt, etc.

Maintains, cleans, and services equipment, vehicles, tools and facilities. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment.

Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions at the work site.

May investigate and respond to complaints.

Prepares and maintains reports, forms, and records.

May act as lead of a crew and coordinate and monitor work assignments and personnel.

This position routinely requires stooping, bending, and/or lifting of items of 30 - 80 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough 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.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

Requires a high school diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized courses or training in the operation of the construction equipment.

Six (6) months of experience performing manual and field work with power tools or equipment are required.

Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

May be required to have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) based on the type of equipment the position is assigned to operate.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess 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.

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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: 13

EOE Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Houston is