Job Details

Laborer Position

Harris County Flood Control District is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Laborer. Reporting to the Crew Leader, the Laborer is responsible for operating gasoline-powered equipment and various hand tools used in the daily operation of maintaining clear channels, drainage elements, and rights of way in accordance with the District's mission to maintain the Infrastructure.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Vegetation Cutting & Removal
• Herbicide Application
• Equipment & Tool Maintenance
• Safety & Compliance
• Additional Responsibilities and Duties

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience:

• One (1) year in landscaping, vegetation maintenance, herbicide application, labor work, or a closely related field

Licensure:

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License

Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:

• Good verbal & written communication skills.
• Can effectively communicate with coworkers and the public.
• Must be able to read and follow written instructions.
• Work well in an outdoor setting.
• Work well with a team in a field environment.
• Work independently with limited supervision, relative autonomy, and general review.
• Be a self-starter; assume ownership in completing assigned tasks.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type, Hours and Salary:

• Regular | Full-Time | Non-exempt
• 40 hours per week
• Salary: To be discussed at interview

Locations:

• Facilities Maintenance | 7522 Prairie Oak Drive Houston, TX 77086
• 5301 Almeda Genoa Rd., Houston, TX 77048

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

• Frequent walking up and down steep slopes of ditches or on rough and uneven surfaces or ground such as sloping terrain, plowed or furrowed areas or construction sites.
• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying of items up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional driving of vehicles with automatic and four-wheel drive controls.
• Occasional ascending and descending stairs.
• 100% of duties are performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, wind, and dust.
• May be exposed to vegetation retardants, herbicides and fertilizers, petroleum products including but not limited to gasoline, oil, grease, diesel and other fuels and lubricants, snakes, wildlife, wasps, bees and other flying or walking insects, aquatic bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms, and vibration or noise in excess of 85 decibels.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.