SHOP MANAGER
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SHOP MANAGER
Salary
$2,605.03 - $2,938.06 Biweekly
Location
Various
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
37758
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Recreation & Wellness
Opening Date
12/11/2025
Closing Date
12/18/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: RECREATION & WELLNESS/ GOLF
REPORTING LOCATION: 1001 E. Memorial Loop Dr. Houston, TX 77007 - MEMORIAL PARK GOLF COURSE
WORKDAYS & HOURS: VARIES*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Shop Manager to join its Recreation and Wellness/Golf Operations team. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Supervises both direct and indirect personnel.
Trains and educates staff on the proper operation and maintenance practices of golf equipment.
Plans, schedules, tracks and coordinates the details of managing multiple repairs at the golf course.
Plans course of action on routine and non-routine handling of repairs.
Inspects mowers on daily basis to ensure proper functionality.
Produces production reports that include concerns and areas of potential improvements.
Institutes procedures to enforce shop safety and improve work performance.
Prepares budget for shop tools and supplies.
Reviews bid documents to confirm vendors' abilities to supply goods and services.
Assists with ordering and locating parts to supply all locations and to control downtime and unscheduled repairs.
Develops inventory control methods for controlling, handling and tracking parts.
Disposes of obsolete parts to avoid overstocking of items.
Communicates with vendors to discuss goods, services and contract disputes.
Troubleshoots system problems within the shop
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as @typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. 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 closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate's degree in Automotive Technology or certification/licensing in an automotive technology program of over 18 months (i.e., NIASE).
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six years equivalent experience in installation, maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment or vehicles or in parts management are required. Technical automotive experience or professional parts management experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES
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.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
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. The salary range is:
Salary Range - Pay Grade 23
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown.
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 832-395-7108.
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.395.7108). (TTY 7-1-1).
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
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.
EEO Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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
11 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
Are 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
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree or above.
03
How many years of experience do you have in installation, maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment or vehicles or in parts management?
Less than 6 years
6 to less than 8 years
8 to less than 10 years
10 or more years
04
Work setting experience - Shop Manager (Check all that apply that can be verified)
Manage equipment maintenance for a Golf Course
Administer and manage budget expenditure reports and revenue projections
Preparation of annual reports
Develop and implement operating policies and procedures
Manage, hire, train and evaluate performance of personnel
None of the above
05
Please describe your experience as it relates to Golf Course Equipment Management. If none please put N/A.
06
What field of study is your degree in?
Automotive Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Small Engine Technology
None of the above
07
Do you have a valid Driver License?
Yes
No
08
Have you listed all your quantifiable work experience and education on this application?
Yes
No
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