Natural Resources Equipment Technician

Job Description:

Natural Resources Equipment Technician

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Division/Section: Greenspace Operations / Various
Workdays & Hours: M- F, 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhance the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Natural Resources Equipment Technician to join its Greenspace Operationsteam. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:

• Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities on a daily basis, i.e., herbicide application, auguring, mowing, planting, weeding.
• Install tree and prairie plantings, and assist in plant propagation.
• Assist in mechanical and chemical invasive species removal.
• Operating and maintaining various pieces of equipment such as brush cutters, weed eaters, riding mowing units, lawnmowers, edger, tractor, skid steer and chainsaw to maintain habitat restoration areas.
• Operates equipment within sensitive natural areas, such as prairies and wetlands, with minimal disturbance.
• 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 work site

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as lifting of heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) on a frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Science, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six months of experience using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats.

OR

Experience using heavy equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, habitats, or related field may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-to-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
May be required to obtain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving based on the type of equipment the individual is assigned to operate.

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
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 13

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 832-393-0241.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.393.0241). (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
• 13 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

Closing Date/Time: 6/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$1,501.00 - $2,815.00 Biweekly