The City of Houston
PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE
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PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE
Salary
$1,380.00 - $1,471.37 Biweekly
Location
Various
Job Type
Part Time
Job Number
37205
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Greenspace
Opening Date
09/24/2025
Closing Date
10/1/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: GREENSPACE
WORK LOCATION: VARIOUS*
WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS*
*Subject to Change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community & enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks & offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking Park Maintenance Aide Position to join its Greenspace Maintenance team.
The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Performs basic cleaning of park facilities and monitors supplies in restrooms.
Report any problems or hazardous conditions to the designated authority.
Perform additional assignments as required.
Maintain park grounds by picking up litter and debris.
This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houston's Emergency Management Policy.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Very fundamental levels of ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Applicants who can work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Applicants that have experience in grounds maintenance.
Applicants who have a valid Texas Class C driver's license.
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 5
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 832-393-0241.
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
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 your highest level of education completed?
Less than 8th grade completed
8th to 11th grade completed
High School diploma/ GED
Associate's degree or higher
03
Work setting experience – Park Maintenance Aide (Check all that apply AND that can be verified).
Worked outside in cold and heat
Worked in moisture/wetness
Unpleasant air conditions
Exposure to soiled materials
Exposure to light chemical substances
Grounds maintenance
None of the above
04
Do you have a valid/current driver's license?
Yes
No
05
Do you understand that this position is PART-TIME?
Yes
No
06
Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
Day Shifts
Evening Shifts
Night Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Holiday Shifts
None of the Above
Required Question
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PARK MAINTENANCE AIDE
Salary
$1,380.00 - $1,471.37 Biweekly
Location
Various
Job Type
Part Time
Job Number
37205
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Greenspace
Opening Date
09/24/2025
Closing Date
10/1/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATION ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: GREENSPACE
WORK LOCATION: VARIOUS*
WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIOUS*
*Subject to Change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community & enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks & offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking Park Maintenance Aide Position to join its Greenspace Maintenance team.
The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Performs basic cleaning of park facilities and monitors supplies in restrooms.
Report any problems or hazardous conditions to the designated authority.
Perform additional assignments as required.
Maintain park grounds by picking up litter and debris.
This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Houston's Emergency Management Policy.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Very fundamental levels of ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
Applicants who can work day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Applicants that have experience in grounds maintenance.
Applicants who have a valid Texas Class C driver's license.
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 5
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 832-393-0241.
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
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 your highest level of education completed?
Less than 8th grade completed
8th to 11th grade completed
High School diploma/ GED
Associate's degree or higher
03
Work setting experience – Park Maintenance Aide (Check all that apply AND that can be verified).
Worked outside in cold and heat
Worked in moisture/wetness
Unpleasant air conditions
Exposure to soiled materials
Exposure to light chemical substances
Grounds maintenance
None of the above
04
Do you have a valid/current driver's license?
Yes
No
05
Do you understand that this position is PART-TIME?
Yes
No
06
Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
Day Shifts
Evening Shifts
Night Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Holiday Shifts
None of the Above
Required Question