Project Specialist
Project Specialist
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Job Description
Position Description
Working at Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.
What you will do for Harris County Precinct 4
Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking a dedicated and hands-on Project Specialist to join our Operations Special Projects team. This role plays a key part in ensuring the safety functionality and visual appeal of Precinct 4 facilities.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors tackling a wide range of tasks throughout the dayfrom physical maintenance to project support activities. This is a dynamic active role that requires flexibility initiative and a strong work ethic.
The Project Specialist must be able to follow supervisor instructions adhere to park rules and regulations and demonstrate professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with the public. Interpreting and communicating approved policies accurately and respectfully is essential.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:- Operate a variety of small-engine machinery safely and efficiently.
- Operateor be willing to learn to operatelarge equipment such as tractors and backhoes.
- Perform grounds maintenance tasks including mowing trimming weeding cutting and edging around walkways flowerbeds and other landscaped areas.
- Prune or remove shrubs and trees including clearing deadfall.
- Maintain cleanliness of grounds by collecting litter leaves and pine needles.
- Clean and sanitize public restrooms and empty trash receptacles.
- Use blowers and pressure-washing equipment to remove dirt and debris from trails sidewalks and structures.
- Assist with landscaping tasks such as planting grass flowers shrubs and trees; weeding flowerbeds; and installing or maintaining irrigation systems.
- Load and unload equipment and transport it to various job sites as needed.
- Perform basic repairs on fences gates bleachers walls and walkways.
- Paint interior and exterior surfaces of buildings pavilions offices and parking lots.
- Assist skilled trades staff with construction and maintenance projects including welding concrete and asphalt work roofing cabinetry HVAC installation plumbing and more.
- Support daily maintenance operations alongside field crews and volunteer labor teams following priorities set by the Operations Division.
- Set up and break down event equipment including tents tables chairs and other items.
- Operate and troubleshoot audio and visual equipment.
- Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends based on scheduled events.
- Be available to work before during or after emergencies or disasters as required by the department.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Requirements
Education:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Experience:
Minimum of one (1) or more years of related experience as a project specialist or similar role
Comparable combination of education training and/or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis
Licensure:
Valid Texas drivers license with a good driving record.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong time-management skills.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:
Familiarity with landscaping maintenance equipment and general construction tools. (preferred)
Licensure:
Possession of a Texas Department of Agriculture Agricultural Applicator License. (preferred)
Possession of a Texas Irrigator License. (preferred)
Commercial Drivers License (CDL). (preferred)
General Information
Position Type Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time 40 hours per week
This may include weekends and holidays.
Location:
Tomball Tx
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Regularly required to stand walk use hands and fingers reach with arms climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
- Occasionally required to sit talk hear taste or smell.
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier objects.
- Specific vision requirements include distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Frequently works outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to wet or humid conditions and airborne particles.
- The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate.
Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation sick-time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
