SEMI-SKILLED LABORER (HOU)

Custodial Services Semi-Skilled LaborerApplications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Division / Section: William P. Hobby / Custodial Services Workdays & Hours: Varied (Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays) subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Custodial Services team throughout Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and William P. Hobby (HOU) of the Houston Airport System serves a wide scope of internal and external customers and tenants including, but not limited to enhance the customer experience and meet industry standards by cleaning and appearance. The mission of the team is to WOW passengers by executing a "can do" attitude and respond quickly to meet and exceed their expectations by maintaining facilities that are worthy of Skytrax 5-Star ratings in cleanliness, appearance, and function. The team is expected to interface with airport customers using the core values of the organization (Integrity, Courtesy and Respect). The purpose of the Semi-Skilled Laborer position is to clean and maintain terminal facilities with a friendly demeanor and an eye for detail to enhance the guest experience and meet "opening day fresh" standards to ensure a safe and clean environment. Builds long term relationships with airlines, tenants and other customers based on trust and commitment by proactively responding to guest's concerns. Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including CBP access within 6 months from the hire date. The Semi-Skilled Laborer duties will include, but is not limited to:Performing commercial janitorial services by cleaning and maintaining multi-unit and single restrooms, trash removal, cleaning hard surface floors, window cleaning, vacuuming and shampooing carpeted areas, high dusting, and emergency response biohazard cleaning services.Operating a large variety of cleaning equipment, machines, tools to perform a variety of heavy cleaning tasks including scrubbing and polishing floors, stripping and sealing floors, steam cleaning furniture; and operating two-way radios.Monitoring inventory control of cleaning supplies.Performs basic maintenance and repairs to structures, facilities and equipment (housekeeping activities); furniture moving and unloading.May operate vehicles to and from work locations.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 RequirementsEDUCATIONAL 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 (6) months of related experience are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Must have a valid Texas Class C driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.PreferencesPreference will be given to applicants with hard floor care maintenance experience or custodial experience. Bilingual/multilingual is a plus. A certification toward the related experience of this position is a plus. 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 InformationSELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES 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 candidate's 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: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on apply.j-vers.com). If you need special services or accommodations, call View phone number on apply.j-vers.com). (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call View phone number on apply.j-vers.com. 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 and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. 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: 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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.BenefitsThe city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionWellnessSupplemental InsuranceLife insuranceLong-term disabilityRetirement pension457 deferred compensation planEmployee Assistance Program10 days of vacation each year13 city holidays, plus one floating holidayCompensable Sick LeavePersonal LeaveFlexible schedulesHybrid-Telework for eligible positionsProfessional development opportunitiesTransportation/parking planSection 125 pretax deductionsDependent Care Reimbursement PlanPaid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness LeavesHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountFor plan details, visit