Maintenance Technician

Description

Houston Parks Board’s (HPB) mission is to expand, improve, and protect parks and greenspace in the Houston region. Since 1976, the 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization has utilized public-private partnerships and its extensive philanthropic, government, and community relationships to create an interconnected network of parks, trails, and greenspace for a more resilient and equitable Houston region. 

 For 50 years, Houston Parks Board has partnered with the government and philanthropic leaders to expand, improve, and steward Houston's park system. Over the last decade, Bayou Greenways created the nation's largest connected urban trail network, investing more than $250 million and adding over 150 miles of trails and greenspaces that now connect neighborhoods, improve mobility, strengthen resilience, and serve nearly four million users annually. 

Building on this trajectory, Houston Parks Board has embarked on an ambitious strategic plan. The plan calls for expanding beyond our current greenways to strengthen connectivity, reimagining 25 neighborhood parks, creating world-class regional destinations, and ensuring Houston's park system continues to meet the needs of one of America's fastest growing and most diverse cities. To achieve these goals, Houston Parks Board will need to raise its profile, ensure our communities prioritize investments in greenspace and convene partners to amplify our collective voices. 

More information on Houston Parks Board and its initiatives is available at: www.houstonparksboard.org.

Position Description

This position will be involved in the projects and daily tasks of Asset Management, and the responsibilities may include:

• Perform small construction and maintenance projects (such as installation of concrete pads, fencing, signage, power washing, etc.), including regular communication with contractors and vendors
• Maintain/repair various types of park assets (such as benches, waste receptacles, etc.)
• Inventory park assets (signs, site furniture, etc.)
• Install and monitor trail counters
• Work collaboratively with HPB staff
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned work by upholding maintenance standards to the highest degree
• Interact with trail users in a courteous and professional manner
• Communicate issues regarding infrastructure, furnishings, safety hazards, quality of the trail user experience issues as needed
• Perform regular trail amenity inspections

Requirements

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Six-months to one year of experience with small scale construction projects and maintenance equipment/tasks
• Ability to read maps/architectural drawings
• A valid driver’s license (class C) is mandatory as this position requires operating a company-owned vehicle
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams), Microsoft Project, GIS 
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Houston Parks Board.

Required Abilities

• Perform physical labor (such as standing, crouching, climbing ladders) daily in all weather conditions
• Lift 100 lbs. repeatedly throughout a given workday
• Operate hand and power tools
• Work effectively and independently in the field with minimal guidance, and as part of a team
• Prioritize work functions and meet deadlines  

Compensation and Benefits

This is an hourly, non-exempt position with a pay range of $20–$22 per hour, depending on relevant skills and experience. HPB offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, and generous paid time off. This position is subject to a six-month probationary period.