TPWD - Maintenance Supervisor II (Operations Ranger - Lead)

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.

HIRING CONTACT: Johnathan Bell, 512-734-3924, Email Address: johnathan.bell@twpd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Post Oak Ridge State Park, 4136 CR 105, Lampasas, TX 76550

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work and is responsible for overseeing the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment within the State Park, including all associated administrative duties as related to the maintenance functions. Coordinates work schedules and duties and ensures follow-through. Provides leadership to classified, hourly, and volunteer staff. Performs daily routine maintenance and cleaning of facilities and grounds. Duties include but are not limited to mowing, trimming, garbage collection, preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) of restrooms, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs, and vehicle maintenance. Other duties include enforcing park rules and regulations; electronically and in writing preparing reports and record keeping; working with other staff in an effective manner; assisting with interpretive programs, special events, visitor services; and providing a high degree of customer service. Operates and maintains various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors, and trucks. Assists in purchasing supplies and materials. Assists with park and department safety program. Distributes herbicides/pesticides in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations. 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.

Two years of experience as a supervisory or team leader experience, which may include oversight of paid staff, volunteers, or alternate workforce.

NOTE: Experience may have been obtained concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid State driver's license.

Must possess or be able to obtain, with 6 months of employment, a Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

NOTE: Retention of the position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining the required license and certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Experience with a wide range of construction, repair, and maintenance-related fields including the management and operation of Water and Wastewater Systems and a swimming pool.

Experience in project management and oversight of a complex operation with frequently changing priorities.

Experience in customer service and/or public relations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry to enable making minor repairs to park facilities.

Knowledge of park operations and maintenance practices.

Knowledge of general custodial duties.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in applying worker safety programs to work situations.

Skill in using basic computer operations and office equipment.

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

Skill in performing minor repairs to vehicles and other equipment.

Skill in construction, repair and maintenance techniques, including but not limited to skill in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, janitorial, and mechanical repairs.

Skill in initiating, monitoring, and completing minor repair projects or construction projects within specified deadlines.

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

Skill in effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring completion.

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

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and frequent interruptions to workflow.

Ability to effectively train, supervise, and provide leadership to classified and hourly personnel, and park volunteers.

Ability to utilize computers to prepare and complete required reports.

Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor regarding complaints, emergency situations, and stressful work environments.

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 public park.

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 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.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with occasional overnight stays.

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

Non-smoking environment in state office 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 attached RÉSUMÉ. 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.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
  • Human Resources will contact Work In Texas applicants via email with further instructions.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway.
• 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.

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

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:

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

• 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

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER