TPWD – Maintenance Supervisor IV (Lead Operations Ranger/Backup UPO) (00049968) – Fort Davis

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 Supervisor I-IV

Army

12A, 12H, 12X, 12Z, 18C, 91X, 91Z, 120A, 914A, 915A, 915E, 919A

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Navy

AB, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, MR, SW, 144X, 152X, 510X, 613X, 618X, 623X, 633X, 653X, 711X, 713X, 715X, 721X, 723X, 724X, 731X, 733X, 753X

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Coast Guard

BM, DC, MK, BOSN, ENG, MAT, MSSD, MSSE

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Marine Corps

0411, 0629, 1169, 1349, 1371, 2149, 2181, 2891, 3529, 3537, 5959, 5993, 6019, 6391, 1120, 1302, 1310, 2110, 2120, 2125, 2802, 2805, 3510, 5902, 5910, 5950, 5970, 6002, 6004, 6302

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Air Force

2R1x1

*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: Layla Spurlock, (432) 249-2698

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Davis Mountains State Park, 42901 State Highway 118 Fort Davis, TX 79734

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Davis Mountains State Park-Indian Lodge Assistant Superintendent this position performs highly advanced (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work. Responsible for leadership of maintenance duties at the Davis Mountains State Park -Indian Lodge Complex. Supervises maintenance staff and volunteers by providing guidance, leadership and training. Submits work plans, schedules workload and assists in all phases of maintenance, repair, and operation of facilities, equipment and grounds.  Plans cyclical and preventive maintenance schedules. Prepares project cost estimates, coordinates ordering of supplies and materials and makes purchases in compliance with state purchasing rules. Works with Site Safety Officers to administer TPWD safety program. Operates all types of equipment including riding mowers, tractors, power tools and other gasoline operated equipment. Ensures regulatory compliance in site water utility operations to include completion of forms and reports required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and TPWD. Assists with planning and implementation of natural and cultural resource management tasks and preservation of historic facilities. Responds to abnormal or emergency situations such as water leaks, power outage and visitor injuries. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive 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:

Five years general building trade experience, such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, welding, grounds, motor vehicle, equipment and utility maintenance and repair experience.

Three years experience as a supervisor or team leader, which may include oversight of paid staff, volunteers, or alternative workforces.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid State driver’s license.

NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintain required license.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 6 months of employment, a class “D” Water Operator 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 maintaining historic structures.
• Experience with state purchasing guidelines.
• Experience in proper tree care and pruning techniques.
• Experience in trail construction and maintenance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques for buildings, facilities, equipment and grounds.
• Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and janitorial maintenance and repair tasks.
• Knowledge of supervision and leadership principles.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of natural and cultural resource management.
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in effective personnel management with ability to supervise, plan and assign work.
• Skill in resolving problems or conflicts while fostering a team environment.
• Skill in planning and completing minor repair or construction projects and trouble-shooting maintenance problems.
• Skill in using various hand and power tools and mechanical equipment.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.
• Skill in training others.
• Ability to ensure quality of work performed by maintenance staff and volunteers meets division standards and expectations of customers.
• Ability to uniformly interpret and help enforce TPWD rules and regulations.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to operate and maintain utility systems in accordance with TCEQ rules and regulations.
• Ability to conduct purchasing tasks in compliance with TPWD guidelines and directives.
• Ability to maintain inventory of supplies, materials and equipment.
• 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-hotel complex with overnight and day use.
• Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
• Required to respond to emergency 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 travel 10% with possible overnight stays.
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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