Equipment Worker - Hobby Airport

About the role

Applications will be accepted from: All persons Interested

Division/ Section: Houston Airport Systems - General Maintenance ServicesWorkdays & Hours: *Varied* (Shift work, including rotation, weekends and holidays) subject to change.

Purpose of Division

The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) General Maintenance Services Division is to effectively deliver self performed, and contracted, maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

Purpose of the Position

The Equipment Worker supports the Houston Airport System's "Opening Day Fresh" initiative by preserving the longevity and aesthetics of airport assets through proactive maintenance.

The Maintenance team ensures compliance with FAA FAR Part 139 regulations and TX DOT regulations to maintain the airport's operating certificate. This position may be assigned duties at all Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD.

"Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."

The EQUIPMENT WORKER responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Operates heavy equipment and operates trucks to transport equipment and trucks for material transport and job sites. Preparation such as lawn care, roofing, painting, plumbing, FOD removal, and road/ditch maintenance and prepares for mitigation response by maintaining equipment and training to support operational readiness for the HAS maintenance groups
• Performs a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e. spraying, lawn care, moving furniture, roofing, painting, digging manholes, mowing, pouring concrete or asphalt, etc. Operates various machinery to maintain FAR 139/ TXDOT compliant paved surfaces
• Maintains, cleans and services equipment, vehicles, tools and facilities. Inspects vehicles and equipment for required supplies, materials, equipment
• Provides accurate guidance/communication with supervisory staff to promote effective coordination efforts.
• Observes and follows safety procedures and precautions at work-site
• Prepares and maintains reports, forms and records
• May act as a lead of a crew and coordinate and monitor work assignments and personnel
• Employs efficient methods when performing maintenance on asphalt/concrete surfaces
• Follows safety protocols, investigates complaints, and maintains accurate reports and record

WORKING CONDITIONSThe 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 exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns.

Requires the ability to make fairly complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to quickly changing external stimuli.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and/or basic written instructions as might normally be acquired through 9 to 11 years of formal schooling.

Experience Requirements

Six months of experience in the operation of plant or automotive equipment and attachments are required.

License Requirements

May be required to have 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 will be given to applicants with the availability to work all shifts, including rotation, weekends and holidays preferred.
• Experience in Pavement, Paint, and or Grounds Maintenance related to roadway (TXDOT) or Airport (FAR 139) maintenance.
• Experience with implementing Code of Federal Regulations {CFR) - Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 139 a plus.
• Strong communication, able to deal with people in tense situations and works with minimum supervision is a plus.
• Possesses the ability to utilize arithmetic and numerical problems in response to reactive maintenance mitigation preferred.
• Possesses industry specific certifications regarding Heavy Equipment Operations, OSHA safety standards, facility management (IFMA), roadway maintenance (TXDOT), or Airport Maintenance (ACI)

Additional information

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.SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIREDThe selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

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 13

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

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