TPWD – Maintenance Specialist V (Lead Operations Ranger/ Utility Plant Operator) (00048858) – Big Bend/Barton Warnock

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.

PLEASE NOTE: 

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. 

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.  Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week.  Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields. 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. 

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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, 914A

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

*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.
 

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 the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Cody Edwards, (432) 295-1057

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Region 1 / Barton Warnock, 21800 FM 170 Terlingua, Texas 79852

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is in a very remote and rugged portion of the Chihuahuan Desert with extreme heat in the summer. Amenities are limited and cell signals are not always reliable. It is highly recommended that applicants review, research, and visit the area before applying. The Big Bend region is also a gorgeous part of Texas with some of the best outdoor recreational opportunities and most interesting interpretive opportunities in the entire state and features very mild to warm winters and is one of the most bio-diverse regions in Texas.

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position performs advanced (senior-level) construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work. This position is responsible for directing work and carrying out all levels of park maintenance operations and administration while building a strong team dynamic. Responsible for regulatory compliance in all utility operations to include completion of required testing, forms and reports as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). Responsible for training direct reports to function at a high level both independently and as part of a team. Performs all phases of maintenance and repairs to other park facilities, equipment, grounds, vehicles, and electrical and plumbing systems. Responsible for all vehicle fleet maintenance and small engine equipment. Assist in enforcing park rules and regulations and performing resource management tasks. Other duties include recordkeeping; purchasing in accordance with TPWD purchasing procedures; scheduling and communicating work plans; maintaining standard operating procedures for park equipment and vehicles; following TPWD safety program and ensuring team follows TPWD Safety Standards; and responding to emergency situations as necessary. Works under minimal 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 of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Four years of automotive or small engine repair experience.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently

Licensure:

• Must possess a valid State driver’s license.
• Must possess a valid class “A” Texas Commercial driver’s license OR must be able to obtain, within 6 months of employment convert to a class “A” Commercial driver’s license.
• NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and compliance with State and Federal regulations including the Department of Transportation (DOT) required drug and alcohol testing.
• Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a class “D” Water and Wastewater license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s (TCEQ) Criminal Conviction Guidelines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Experience in vehicle, small engine, and heavy equipment repair.
• One year general office work experience in computers, daily and monthly reports, and customer service.
• Experience working with the general public and volunteers.
• Knowledge of USFS, NPS or similar standards for trail maintenance and/or construction.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Licensure:       

• Current class “D” Water and Wastewater license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of general office procedures.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.
• Knowledge of facility, equipment and ground maintenance.
• Knowledge of general custodial duties and general maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of general trail maintenance and construction tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of resource management principles from a conservation perspective.
• Knowledge of TCEQ regulations on the proper operation and performance standards for public water systems.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.
• Skill in using personal computers.
• Skill in basic monthly report writing.
• Skill in applying worker safety programs to work situations.
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.
• Skill in meeting deadlines.
• Skill in training others.
• Skill in operating heavy equipment to include skid-steers and tractors.
• Ability to comply with regulations in accordance with TCEQ and TPWD guidelines.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• Ability to develop and implement maintenance and repair programs.
• Ability to coordinate projects and work schedules.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to maintain level of physical health appropriate for assisting with Search and Rescue events.
• Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to train individuals.
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to work in a public park with overnight camping.
• 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 live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction. Housing rates are established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.
• Required to respond to emergency and on call situations.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Required to operate a State vehicle.
• Required to pass drug screening prior to employment.
• Required to pass a previous employment drug testing history verification for all CDL positions held within the past two years.
• Subject to random, post-accident and reasonable cause testing for the duration of employment.
• Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays.
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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