TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger/Backup UPO)

Texas A&M International; Calliham (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger/Backup UPO) to manage and perform complex building, grounds, and facility maintenance at Choke Canyon State Park. The role includes operating water and wastewater systems and assisting in revenue, visitor services, and enforcement of park rules.

Under general supervision with some latitude, you will prepare reports, train staff, and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Three years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.
• Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver’s license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, Class 'D' Water and Wastewater operator license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex building, grounds, and facility maintenance.
• Back-Up Utility Plant Operator duties for water and wastewater systems.
• Prepare reports, training park personnel, revenue collection and accounting, provide visitor services, and assist in enforcing park rules.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Water systems

Wastewater systems

Customer service

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Mowers

Chainsaws

Tractors

Generators

Job description

TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger/Backup UPO)

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 Lead Ranger, this position performs complex (journey-level) building maintenance and construction work including the daily maintenance and repairs of facilities, grounds, and equipment for Choke Canyon State Park.Serves as the Back-Up Utility Plant Operator (UPO) and assists in the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater treatment systems.Responsible for regulatory compliance in all utility operations to include completion of required forms and reports required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).Performs general maintenance and cleaning of water facilities.Performs all phases of maintenance, cleaning and repairs to other park facilities, equipment, grounds, and electrical and plumbing systems utilizing equipment such as hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors, and other machinery.Responsible for preparing reports, training park personnel, revenue collection and accounting, providing visitor services, and assists in the enforcement of park rules and regulations.Available for emergency call outs as needed.Supports and complies with the agency's mission in all activities.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 or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver's license.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment class 'D' Water and Wastewater operator license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

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.

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

Experience working with the public.

Experience working with water or wastewater systems.

Customer service and public relations experience.

Licensure

Current class 'D' Water and Wastewater operator license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of building, grounds, and facility maintenance.

Knowledge of resource management principles.

Knowledge of general custodial duties.

Knowledge of water and wastewater systems.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in personal computers.

Skill in facility maintenance and repairs: plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical.

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

Skill in basic monthly report writing.

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.

Ability to operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment systems in accordance with TCEQ guidelines.

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected.

Ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to develop and implement maintenance and repair programs.

Ability to coordinate employees' projects and work schedules.

Ability to perform physical labor such as cleaning of buildings, the operation of lawn maintenance equipment, tractors, litter collection, and lifting of objects such as bags of cement.

Ability to perform technical and complex maintenance related functions requiring lifting moderately heavy objects (tools, equipment, and materials).

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.

Ability to perform work in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use.

Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays.

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

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.

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 you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the 'Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

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. 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.

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: