Laborer - Port of Houston Recruitment : Job Details

LaborerAreyou ready to think about the future and dream big? At Port Houston, we'reseeking individuals who are eager to tackle the most significant challenges oftheir careers. For over a century, we've been driven by vision and scale,delivering impactful initiatives that shape Houston and the region. Oursustainability and success hinge on attracting, retaining, and nurturingexceptional talent.Whenyou join Port Houston, you're embarking on a journey towards a fulfillingcareer path. Take the first step in the right direction-are you READY?Position Summary:Works within and around the assigned terminal to ensure the general cleanliness and upkeep ofour facilities. Uses power riding lawnmower, edger and weed eater. Picks up debris fromroadways and parking lots. Cleans restrooms and amenities buildings. Uses forklift whenrequired for wharf cleanup and trash pickup.Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Use power riding lawnmower, edger, and weed eater
• Pick up debris from roadways and parking lots
• Clean restrooms and amenities building
• Assist with work and paint maintenance
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Assist with repairs to fences and gates
• Assist with repairs to pavement
• Assist with repairs to railroad and switches
• Assist with repairs to buildings, roofing, flooring, and walls
• Work required scheduled overtime hours and be available for unscheduled overtime when operating requirements or other business needs of Port Houston cannot be fulfilled during regular working hours
• Work a temporary, alternative schedule or shift as requested by supervisor
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• General maintenance familiarity required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

• Knowledge of safety precautions to deal with occupational hazards
• Ability to operate forklift
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others
• Ability to access and operate standard vehicles and industrial equipment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• General mechanical aptitude with demonstrated ability to improvise and adjust to new situations
• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Key Competencies Required:

• Energy and Enthusiasm
• Attention to Detail
• Safety
• Work Standards

Work Environment:Thework environment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in thework environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noiselevel may occasionally be high. To apply, please go toporthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the PortHouston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equalopportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by theU.S. Government. Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.Disclaimer:The above information on this description has been designed toindicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees withinthis job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as acomprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualificationsrequired of employees assigned to this job.