Semi-Skilled Laborer - Maintenance

City of Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • $1,612.80–$1,672.80 Per Week

Highlights

Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements. 1Are 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?.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHouston, TX
Salary$1,612.80–$1,672.80 Per Week

Description

Semi-Skilled Laborer - Maintenance

Salary

$1,612.80 - $1,672.80 Biweekly

Location

4500 Will Clayton Pkwy.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39303

Department

Houston Airport System

Division

HAS - IAH MAINTENANCE

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division/ Section: HAS-Sm. Construction - Maintenance

Workdays & Hours: Sun - Thurs 6:00am - 2:30pm (Subject to change)

PURPOSE OF DIVISION

The purpose of the Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, Insource Maintenance Services, business unit is to effectively deliver self-performed maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Semi-Skilled-Insource Maintenance Services, is to ensure that the facilities, equipment, structures and utilities are constructed, installed, and maintained in a manner commensurate with maximizing value to our customers. Functions are performed in a manner which applies the most innovation and appropriate engineering and financial principles within the three HAS airports.

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

The SEMI-SKILLED LABORER responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Performs basic maintenance and repairs to structures, facilities, and equipment, i.e., housekeeping activities, fabrication and installations, routine cleaning and servicing of vehicles, and cement mixing and preparation
  • Operates power and hand tool equipment
  • Performs basic painting, roofing, carpentry, and plumbing activities
  • May operate vehicles to and from work locations
  • Monitors inventory control
  • Performs additional miscellaneous assignments as required

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires extensive, near-continuous physical exertion such as repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than 80 pounds), deep bending, climbing steps and/or assuming awkward positions. 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 coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability 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. No special knowledge of any subject area or technical field is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six months of working experience are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas Class C drivers license and comply with the City of Houstons 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. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES

This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 6

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

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 (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (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.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM.

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 individuals 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
  • 13 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

1Are 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

Are you a Houston Airport System employee?

  • Yes
  • No

03

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

  • Less Than 9th grade
  • 9 to 11 years of formal schooling
  • High School Diploma/GED

04

If you have a High School Diploma or GED, please list the school you attended.

05

How many verifiable years of experience do you possess as it relates to this position?

  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months to 1 year
  • 1 to 2 years
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 3 years or more
  • No experience

06

Do you have a valid/current drivers license?

  • Yes
  • No

07

Are you willing to work holidays, weekends, shift work, including rotations?

  • Yes
  • No

08

Select all duties previously performed for at least 6 or more months (duties must be able to be verified).

  • Mixing concrete
  • Repairing pavement
  • Routine cleaning
  • Repairing fences
  • Hand/Power tools
  • Key-cutting Machine
  • No experience

09

Based on your answers selected in questions #8, please provide your experience and enter the company's name where you performed the duties

10

Do you have experience performing maintenance on facilities, equipment, structures, or utilities?

  • Yes
  • No

11

If your answer is Yes in question #10, please provide a brief detail of your experience performing maintenance on facilities, equipment, structures, or utilities and provide the company's name where you performed the duties.

12

Do you have experience do performing basic painting, roofing, carpentry, and plumbing activities?

  • Yes
  • No

13

If you selected Yes in Question #12, please explain and provide the companys name where you performed the duties.

14

How many years of verifiable journey-level experience working in a commercial, industrial, or facility setting do you possess?

  • Less than 1 year
  • 2 to 4 years
  • 4 years or more
  • No experience

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/

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