Salary: $24.66 – $29.89 Hourly
Location : Houston
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 31310
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Facilities Management & Development
Opening Date: 05/04/2023
Closing Date: 6/4/2023 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
SECTION: LIGHT CONSTRUCTION
WORKDAYS & HOURS: M- F, 6:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.*Subject to change*
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This individual will supervise employees and outside contractors in the day-to-day operation. Inspect job sites for compliance to assure that our personnel are performing in compliance with State and City Codes and regulations for the health and safety of the public. Manage equipment and rolling stock, coordinate, manage and supervise equipment, i.e., hand tools, vehicles, testing instruments, etc. Administer departmental policy and procedures relative to operational and personnel activities. Create correspondence and reports; respond to emergencies, daily assignment issues, A.D.A compliance issues, signage, coordinate emergency responses; purchasing issues, and Kronos (timekeeping) issues. Supervises all concrete / masonry repairs and maintenance, ordering of amenity equipment and installation. Supervises Paint Shop and FMD Custodians as well as the contracted custodians. Represent the department by giving both written and oral presentations to department heads and the public. Perform additional assignments as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Recreation or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four years of progressively responsible professional and/or skilled experience closely related to the activities of the section are required, including one of the years in a supervisory capacity.
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to applicants with at least ten years of commercial experience along with two years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Two years of experience with contractors/ vendors and city contracts. Familiar with or be willing to learn SAP program. Applicants who have experience in commercial general contracting are preferred. Bilingual preferred.
***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.
Pay Grade 20
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.
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:
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-7091.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395-7091 (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. If you need special services or accommodations call TTY 7-1-1.
EOE Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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
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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 the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School diploma/GED
- High School diploma/GED
- Associate’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
03
Do you have a valid/current driver’s license?
- Yes
- No
04
How many years of experience do you have in a supervisory role?
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 – 3 years experience
- 4 – 5 years experience
- 6 years or more experience
05
How many years of progressively responsible professional and/or skilled experience closely related to the activities of the section do you have?
- Less than 4 years experience
- 4 years but less than 6 years experience
- 6 years but less than 8 years experience
- 8 years or more experience
- None of the above
06
Do you have experience in General Construction?
- Yes
- No
07
Work setting experience-Assistant Superintendent (Please check all that apply).
- Perform basic maintenance and repairs to structure facilities.
- Review and recommend appropriate building/site designs and construction plans and security procedures.
- Administer departmental budgets.
- Preparation of annual reports.
- Experience with concrete/masonry.
- None of the above
08
Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
- Evenings
- Weekends
- Holidays
- None of the above
09
Have you entered all work history on the application? Failure to include all employment will result in a delay in processing your application.
- Yes
- No
Required Question