TPWD – Maintenance Specialist IV (Operations Ranger/Trails) (00056430) – Hueco Tanks

Job description 

TPWD – Maintenance Specialist IV (Operations Ranger/Trails) (00056430) 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location: Texas-El Paso 

Work Locations: 

SP-Hueco Tanks SP & SHS 

6900 Hueco Tanks Road 1 

 El Paso 79938

Job: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 

Employee Status: Regular 

Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 9044  

Salary Admin Plan: A 

Grade: 16  

Salary (Pay Basis): 23.86 – 23.86 (Hourly) 

Number of Openings: 1 

Overtime Status: Non-exempt 

Job Posting: Mar 10, 2026, 8:47:59 AM 

Closing Date: Mar 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM 

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
 
EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities.  Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

PLEASE NOTE: 

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include

• Job Title
• Dates of employment (month/year)
• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.  Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.
• College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting. A copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
• Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Application.
• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
• Work In Texas (WIT) Applications: WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Army

12C, 12G, 12N, 12V, 12W, 91C, 91E, 91J, 91L, 914A

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Navy

AB, AN, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, SN, SW

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

BM, DC, MK, DOSN, ENG, MAT

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

1169, 1171, 1300, 1316, 1371

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Air Force

3E2X1, 3E3X1, 3E4X1, 3E4X3

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: 

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/.

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
• Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
• Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
• Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.
• Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

HIRING CONTACT: Cassie Cox (915) 857-1135 x 2263 / Email address: cassie.cox@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site; 6900 Hueco Tanks Road #1 El Paso, TX 79938                                                                                                                                                   

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Help serve visitors from all over the world by maintaining park trails, leading work crews and educating the public on natural and cultural resource protection in a beautiful desert mountain setting.

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work at trail routes within Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site.  Provides daily oversight, hands-on construction and logistical support for trail work performed by park staff and alternative workforces including volunteers and Texas Department of Criminal Justice work crews among others. Directs and trains crews or other alternative work force, ensuring safety and natural/cultural resource protection guidelines are followed.  Responsible for daily and long-term project plans, including progress reports and estimates of material and equipment needs.  Maintains equipment and tools, and submits required reports.  Coordinates work with work crews, park and regional staff.  Assists in natural and cultural resource monitoring and erosion control projects. Assists as needed with park operations tasks including maintenance of facility, equipment and grounds, customer service and community outreach.  Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division and branch rules, regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Four years facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

NOTE:  Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:       

Must possess a valid State driver’s license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses.                                                                                                                                       

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Three years experience in trail construction and maintenance including drainage/erosion and trail infrastructure.
• Two years experience as a supervisor or team leader, which may include oversight of paid staff, volunteers, or alternative workforces.
• Experience working in an historic site or sensitive natural resource area.
• Experience working with the public.
• Experience in natural and/or cultural resource management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management and conservation principles.
• Knowledge of professional trail construction and maintenance techniques, materials, equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of facility, equipment and grounds maintenance repair programs and repair techniques.
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications, aerial photographs and topographic maps.
• Skill in creating maps and project plans.
• Skill in using hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.
• Skill in using standard office equipment.
• Skill in basic report writing and developing and maintaining records.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.
• Skill in planning, assigning, training and/or overseeing the work of others.
• Ability to uniformly and consistently interpret and assist in enforcing park rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs;
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to work in a public park/historic site with overnight camping and day use.
• Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• Required to respond to emergencies and on-call situations.
• Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs;
• May be required to operate a State vehicle.
• Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER