TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger)

Texas Water Development Board; Quanah (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger) to manage and conserve resources at Copper Breaks State Park. The role includes maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment, operating diverse machinery, and delivering visitor services such as permits and information.

Expect park-rule enforcement and resource interpretation. Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with three years of facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance experience,

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Thirty semester hours may substitute for one year of experience, up to two years.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex (journey-level) building maintenance and construction work in park facilities, grounds and equipment.
• Operate a wide range of equipment including trucks, tractors, mowers, hand and power tools.
• Provide quality visitor services by issuing permits, collecting revenue, and giving information.
• Assist in enforcing park rules and regulations and interpreting park resources.
• Perform resource management tasks and apply TPWD safety procedures.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Verbal communication

Written communication

Hand tools

Power tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Chain saws

Tractors

Generators

Vehicles

Safety programs

Revenue accounting

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger)

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.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Lead Ranger, this position performs complex (journey-level) building maintenance and construction work including performing all phases in the daily operation and maintenance of park facilities, grounds, and equipment for Copper Breaks State Park. Operates all types of equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers, hand tools and power tools. Provides quality visitor services by issuing permits, collecting revenue, providing information. Assists in enforcing park rules and regulations, performs resource management tasks and interprets the parks natural resources. Works under general supervision, with moderate 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Three years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid State driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience, with a maximum substitution of two years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Customer service, outdoor education and/or public relations experience.

SORM ADSO training or experience implementing a safety program.

Experience working with the public.

Experience working with volunteers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of building and facility repair techniques such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical or mechanical.

Knowledge of general facility, equipment and grounds maintenance.

Knowledge of general custodial duties.

Knowledge of safety programs including procedures and personal protective equipment.

Knowledge of accounting/accountability of revenue collection.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

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 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 making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Skill in using hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.

Skill in providing training to staff and volunteers.

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected.

Ability to inspect facilities in accordance with safety program.

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

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 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 respond to emergencies and on-call situations.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to perform work outdoors and in rugged terrain, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

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.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attachedRÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

Job title,

Employer name,

Dates of employment (month/year),

If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and

Description of duties performed.
NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).

`N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.

Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

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.

• longevity pay
• merit pay
• deferred compensation
• flexible benefit plans
• 401K/457 retirement plans
• direct deposit
• staggered work hours
• Employee Assistance Program
• Return-to-Work Program
• health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

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.

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