TPWD - Maintenance Specialist IV (Operations Ranger/Utility Plant Operator/Additional Duty Safety Officer)

Texas A&M International; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a Maintenance Specialist IV to manage and perform complex maintenance of water treatment and wastewater facilities at Hill Country State Natural Area. You will operate, inspect, and repair systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards.

In this senior role you will lead volunteers and seasonal staff, coordinate preventive maintenance, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED.
• Four years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of TCEQ rules and regulations on the proper operation and performance standards for water distribution systems and water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of wastewater and water testing and analysis procedures and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair water treatment and wastewater facilities.
• Provide leadership to volunteers and seasonal workers.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and complete required forms/reports (TCEQ/TPWD).
• Manage revenue collection and issuing permits.

Skills

General maintenance

Facility maintenance

Water/wastewater knowledge

Safety procedures

Equipment repair

Education

High School or GED

Job description

TPWD - Maintenance Specialist IV (Operations Ranger/Utility Plant Operator/Additional Duty Safety Officer)

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 Manager, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work including operating, maintaining and repairing the water treatment plants and wastewater facilities at Hill Country State Natural Area. Responsible for regulatory compliance for all utility operations including completing forms and reports as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).Conducts water laboratory testing procedures and general maintenance and cleaning of water facilities.Performs general maintenance and repairs of facilities, equipment and grounds.Performs routine preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting), and repair of park facilities, buildings, and equipment. Serves as the Additional Duty Safety Officer. Responsible for customer service, collecting revenue and issuing permits.Provides leadership to volunteers, community service workers and seasonal part-time employees. 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience

Four years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Licensure

• Must possess a valid State driver's license.


• 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).


• Must possess or be able to obtain, within three years of employment, a Class "C" Groundwater Water license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

NOTE

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Four years of general maintenance experience in repairing buildings, equipment, plumbing, or electrical systems or grounds maintenance experience such as operating lawn mowers, tractors, trucks, power or hand tools.


• Experience working with the public.


• Experience with water and/or wastewater systems.

Licensure

• A current class "D" Water and Wastewater license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of general maintenance techniques.


• Knowledge of facility, equipment and grounds maintenance repairs and techniques.


• Knowledge of TCEQ rules and regulations on the proper operation and performance standards for water distribution systems and water treatment systems.


• Knowledge of wastewater and water testing and analysis procedures and associated reporting requirements and procedures.


• Knowledge accounting/accountability of revenue collection.


• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures, equipment, training and program administration.


• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs to buildings, facilities and grounds.


• Knowledge of basic mathematics.


• Knowledge of the construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings, equipment, and utility systems.


• Knowledge of building materials.


• Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.


• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.


• Skill in equipment/vehicle repair and trail maintenance.


• Skill in basic report writing and development and maintaining records.


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


• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.


• Skill in facility, equipment and grounds repair programs and techniques.


• Skill in equipment and electronic maintenance.


• Skill in selecting appropriate tools and equipment.


• Skill in troubleshooting situations to determine appropriate actions to resolve problems.


• Skill in training others.


• Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others.


• Ability to work effectively and courteously with the public.


• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to serve as a lead worker providing direction to others.


• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.


• Ability to follow park rules and regulations.


• Ability to organize preventive maintenance programs.


• Ability to apply proper methods, techniques, and procedures in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.


• Ability to interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints.


• Ability to work under stressful conditions.


• Ability to perform routine cleaning and maintenance of buildings and grounds.


• Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected.


• 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 high visitation 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 adjust to changing schedules.

Required to respond to emergency situations.

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

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

Required to travel 5%.

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

Required to operate a State vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

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.

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