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EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
City of Houston
Houston Public Works
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$1,591.58 - $1,775.20
per week
Type
Full Time
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February 12, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves repairing and restoring city infrastructure like sidewalks, driveways, fences, and landscaping after water or construction work, while responding to public complaints and ensuring safe operations.
Workers use trucks and tools to get the job done and may lead small teams or train others.
It's ideal for hands-on people who enjoy outdoor physical work and have some experience with construction equipment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent ability to read, write, and follow instructions, plus training in construction equipment operation
- At least six months of experience in manual field work with power tools or equipment
- Valid Texas driver's license, with possible need for Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
- Ability to lift heavy objects up to 80 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks like climbing and awkward positioning
- Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to conduct traffic control in work zones
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, or concrete mixers (preferred)
- Skills in restoration tasks like concrete/asphalt paving, fencing, and landscaping
Full Job Description
Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Houston Water/RCS Restoration
Reporting Location: Various Locations
Workdays & Hours: Monday – Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 6:00am - 4:30pm (4/10)
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can perform the following duties:
Performs restoration activities such as concrete and asphalt paving (driveways, sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, etc.), fences (wood, cyclone, wrought iron, etc.),and landscaping repairs (sod, topsoil, plant trees, bushes, flowers, etc.) within City right of ways, customer yards, and businesses.
Investigate and respond to complaints from the general public.
Communicate with all co-workers, supervisors, upper management, citizens, and other entities, to ensure all work is accomplished.
Uses heavy repair trucks, concrete mixer trucks, pickup trucks, trailers to transport personnel, equipment, tools, and materials to work locations.
Operate and maintain power and hand tool equipment. Includes walk behind concrete saws, all-purpose saw, skill saws, concrete breakers, sledgehammers, hammer drills, etc.
May operate heavy equipment suck as backhoe, roll back truck, dump truck or pumps.
Ensure equipment is maintained and in safe working conditions daily
Conducts work zone traffic control activities during daily operation of street repairs and/ or tree and debris removal.
May prepare daily work orders, inspection sheets, pre/post-inspection trip sheets and other related documents.
Ensure that work accomplished complies with all established standards.
Observe and follow safety regulations and precautions at work sites.
Acts as lead worker on team, makes repair decisions, inspects work sites and assists in training new personnel.
Other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There is routine exposure to construction materials, debris, dust, mud, traffic, noise, moderate heat, wet and cold. There is possible exposure to inclement weather.
This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier I.
The Houston Public Works Department is seeking candidates who can perform the following duties:
Performs restoration activities such as concrete and asphalt paving (driveways, sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, etc.), fences (wood, cyclone, wrought iron, etc.),and landscaping repairs (sod, topsoil, plant trees, bushes, flowers, etc.) within City right of ways, customer yards, and businesses.
Investigate and respond to complaints from the general public.
Communicate with all co-workers, supervisors, upper management, citizens, and other entities, to ensure all work is accomplished.
Uses heavy repair trucks, concrete mixer trucks, pickup trucks, trailers to transport personnel, equipment, tools, and materials to work locations.
Operate and maintain power and hand tool equipment. Includes walk behind concrete saws, all-purpose saw, skill saws, concrete breakers, sledgehammers, hammer drills, etc.
May operate heavy equipment suck as backhoe, roll back truck, dump truck or pumps.
Ensure equipment is maintained and in safe working conditions daily
Conducts work zone traffic control activities during daily operation of street repairs and/ or tree and debris removal.
May prepare daily work orders, inspection sheets, pre/post-inspection trip sheets and other related documents.
Ensure that work accomplished complies with all established standards.
Observe and follow safety regulations and precautions at work sites.
Acts as lead worker on team, makes repair decisions, inspects work sites and assists in training new personnel.
Other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There is routine exposure to construction materials, debris, dust, mud, traffic, noise, moderate heat, wet and cold. There is possible exposure to inclement weather.
This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier I.
Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized courses or training in the operation of the construction equipment.
Requires a high school diploma, GED, or the ability to read, write, add, subtract, and follow oral and/or basic written instructions at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized courses or training in the operation of the construction equipment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six (6) months of experience performing manual and field work with power tools or equipment are required.
Six (6) months of experience performing manual and field work with power tools or equipment are required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May be required to have a valid Class A or B Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) based on the type of equipment the position is assigned to operate.
Requires a valid Texas driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May be required to have a valid Class A or B Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) based on the type of equipment the position is assigned to operate.
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with valid Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Experience operating backhoes, front end loaders, excavators, concrete mixer trucks, and dump trucks.
Experience in fencing and general carpentry using woodworking equipment (table saw, skill saw, drill press, chop saw).
Willing to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends, in various weather climates, around extraneous odors.
Skilled labor experience in civil construction-concrete and asphalt pavement prep and pour, site grading, and carpentry experience.
**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.
**
Additional Information
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The 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
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the 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 (832-395-2972).
If you need login assistance/technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodation, call (832-395-2972), (TTY 7-1-1).
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 recruits and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
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