The City of Houston
NATURAL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
The City of Houston, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
NATURAL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
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NATURAL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Salary
$1,501.00 - $1,830.00 Biweekly
Location
Various
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
37194
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Greenspace
Opening Date
09/23/2025
Closing Date
10/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Division: Greenspace
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.*
Location: 1801 Memorial Dr. Houston, Texas 77007*
*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 Operations team.
The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Operates equipment within sensitive natural areas such as prairies and wetlands.
Operates and maintains heavy equipment such as skid steer, tractor, and water truck.
Transports heavy equipment and other materials to habitat restoration sites.
Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e., herbicide application, auguring, mowing, planting, weeding.
Maintains, cleans and services equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment.
Trains and provides guidance about equipment to Natural Resources staff.
Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions at work site.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. This is an outside job requiring work in natural areas with a range of habitats. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Science, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six (6) months of experience using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats.
SUBSTITUTION: 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. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES
**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.
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 active posting period. 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 832-395.7108.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395.7108. (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
11 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
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?
High School diploma/GED
Associate's degree in a related field.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
None of the above
03
Please select the equipment you have verifiable work experience with?
Skid Steer
Tractor
Water Truck
None of the above
04
Do you have a valid/current Texas driver's license?
Yes
No
05
Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
Weekends
Holidays
Evenings
None of the above
06
Do you have a class A or B CDL license?
Yes
No
07
Please select working conditions you are comfortable working in.
Heat
Rain
Cold
Air Pollution
Wild Animals
Damp
Snow/Ice
Chemicals
Interacting with General Public
08
Comfortable doing the following:
Herbicide Application
Auguring
Mowing
Planting
Weeding
09
Quantifiable work history using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats
Less than 6 months
6 months to a year
1-2.5 years
2.5-5 years
I don't have any experience
10
Have you listed all of your quantifiable relevant work experience and education your application?
Yes
No
Required Question
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NATURAL RESOURCES EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Salary
$1,501.00 - $1,830.00 Biweekly
Location
Various
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
37194
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Greenspace
Opening Date
09/23/2025
Closing Date
10/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Division: Greenspace
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.*
Location: 1801 Memorial Dr. Houston, Texas 77007*
*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 Operations team.
The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Operates equipment within sensitive natural areas such as prairies and wetlands.
Operates and maintains heavy equipment such as skid steer, tractor, and water truck.
Transports heavy equipment and other materials to habitat restoration sites.
Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e., herbicide application, auguring, mowing, planting, weeding.
Maintains, cleans and services equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment.
Trains and provides guidance about equipment to Natural Resources staff.
Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions at work site.
WORKING CONDITIONS
There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. This is an outside job requiring work in natural areas with a range of habitats. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Science, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six (6) months of experience using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats.
SUBSTITUTION: 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. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES
**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.
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 active posting period. 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 832-395.7108.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395.7108. (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
11 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
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?
High School diploma/GED
Associate's degree in a related field.
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
None of the above
03
Please select the equipment you have verifiable work experience with?
Skid Steer
Tractor
Water Truck
None of the above
04
Do you have a valid/current Texas driver's license?
Yes
No
05
Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
Weekends
Holidays
Evenings
None of the above
06
Do you have a class A or B CDL license?
Yes
No
07
Please select working conditions you are comfortable working in.
Heat
Rain
Cold
Air Pollution
Wild Animals
Damp
Snow/Ice
Chemicals
Interacting with General Public
08
Comfortable doing the following:
Herbicide Application
Auguring
Mowing
Planting
Weeding
09
Quantifiable work history using equipment to improve or maintain parks, landscapes, or habitats
Less than 6 months
6 months to a year
1-2.5 years
2.5-5 years
I don't have any experience
10
Have you listed all of your quantifiable relevant work experience and education your application?
Yes
No
Required Question