Tpwd - Maintenance Specialist I (Operations Ranger

**TPWD - Maintenance Specialist I (Operations Ranger - Fluctuating Hours)** **(**00041632**)**

**Organization**: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT

**Primary Location**: Texas-Mexia

**Work Locations**: SP-Fort Parker SP 194 Park Road 28 B Mexia 76667

**Job**: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

**Employee Status**: Regular

**Schedule**: Part-time

**Standard Hours Per Week**: 30.00

**Travel**: Yes, 5 % of the Time

**State Job Code**: 9041

**Salary Admin Plan**: A

**Grade**: 10

**Salary (Pay Basis)**: 17.75 - 17.75 (Hourly)

**Number of Openings**: 1

**Overtime Status**: Non-exempt

**Job Posting**: May 1, 2024, 9:33:20 AM

**Closing Date**: May 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

**Description**

**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.

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**MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES**:
**Job Classification**

**Service**

**Military Specialty**

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Army

12C, 12G, 12N, 12V, 12W, 91C, 91E, 91J, 91L, 914A

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Navy

AB, AN, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, SN, SW, 914A

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

BM, DC, MK, DOSN, ENG, MAT

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

1169, 1171, 1300, 1316, 1371

Maintenance Specialist I-V

Air Force

3E2X1, 3E3X1, 3E4X1, 3E4X3
- More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:
**MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE**:

- **Veteran
- **DD214 showing honorable discharge.
- **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.

**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, telework, 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**:Michael Loftice, (254) 562-5751

**PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS**:Fort Parker State Park, 194 Park Road 28, Mexia, TX 76667

**GENERAL DESCRIPTION**:
Under the direction of the Lead Ranger, this position performs entry-level building maintenance and construction work including assisting in the operation of Fort Parker State Park. Duties include preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) of and repairs to facilities, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and grounds. Operates various types of equipment to include mowers, trimmers, power tools, tractors, vehicles, and other equipment as needed. Performs general visitor assistance, including providing visitor information concerning park rules and regulations, reservation/registration, revenue collection, and special events. Works under close supervision, with mínimal 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.

**NOTE**: Position may fluctuate between full-time/part-time hours based on operational needs.

**Qualifications**

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education**:
Completion of 8th grade.

**Experience**:
One year of facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance.

**Licensure**:
Applicant must possess valid State Driver's License.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education**:
Graduation from High School or GED.

**Experience**:
Experience working with the public.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**:
Knowledge of general facility, building, and grounds repair and cleaning techniques;
Knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance techniques;
Knowledge of basic mathematics;
Knowledge of general custodial duties;
Knowledge of the construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings, equipment, and utility systems;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;
Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, generators, and other mechanical equip