Maintenance Specialist V (Maintenance Technician – Region Safety) (00040665)

TPWD – Maintenance Specialist V (Maintenance Technician – Region Safety) (00040665) 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location: Texas-El Paso 

Work Locations: 

SP-Franklin Mountains SP 

2900 Tom Mays Access Rd. 

 El Paso 79911

Job: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 

Employee Status: Regular 

Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 9045  

Salary Admin Plan: A 

Grade: 16  

Salary (Pay Basis): 4,489.19 – 4,489.19 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings: 1 

Overtime Status: Non-exempt 

Job Posting: Apr 9, 2024, 11:12:56 AM 

Closing Date: May 7, 2024, 11:59:00 PM 

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.

PLEASE NOTE: 

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. 

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.  Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week.  Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview. 

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:  Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en  

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:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/ https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:  If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must complete the Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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.
• 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.

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: Jason Bane, (432)249-0429

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Region 1 covers a large area extending from El Paso on the west, to San Angelo on the east, south to the Big Bend, and Colorado City to the north. At times this position will be required to travel throughout the region and on occasion to other parts of the state.  The office for this position will be offered at two locations: – 1331 McKelligon Canyon Road El Paso Texas  or – TX Parks Region 1 HQ, Park Rd. 3, Fort Davis Texas.

The physical address is1331 McKelligon Canyon Road, El Paso, TX 79930

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Regional Maintenance Specialist, this position is responsible for advanced (senior-level) construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work and will assist the Region in performing facility inspections, safety audits and preparing associated reports, training individuals to perform work that involves a specific trade and/or operation of machinery, oversight of regional equipment and vehicle fleet, transport and maintenance of regional equipment, safety program compliance, work on special park-based projects and review and correction of safety and incident reports.  Works to support the TPWD Mission in a manner that embodies the department’s core values. Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters.  Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.                                                                                                   

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Four years experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance. 

Licensure:   

Must possess a valid class “A” Texas Commercial driver’s license OR must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license and convert to a class “A” Commercial driver’s license within 6 months of employment;

Required to pass the air brake component of a class “A” Commercial driver’s license standard examination.

NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and compliance with State and Federal regulations including the Department of Transportation (DOT) required drug and alcohol testing.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a class “D” Water Operator license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ);

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a class “D” Wastewater Treatment Operator license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

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 three years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  

Training related to designated building trades(s) and/or areas of expertise.

Experience:

Experience in safety program administration.

Licensure:   

Certification associated with designated building trade(s) training;

A current valid class “A” Commercial Texas driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of conventional and historic building techniques, materials, equipment and tools;
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, mechanical maintenance and repair tasks;
• Knowledge of OSHA and state safety regulations;
• Knowledge of basic mathematics;
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook; 
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
• Skill in using the tools, equipment and materials associated with designated building trades;
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment;
• Skill in conducting inspections;
• Skill developing training/presentations/reports – comprehensive;
• Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others;
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;
• Skill in training others;
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications;
• Ability to perform maintenance and repairs, to diagnose malfunctioning units;
• Ability to maintain records;
• Ability to estimate construction labor and material costs;
• Ability to provide direction and guidance to others;
• 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 conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to work 40 hours per week with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;
• Must be willing to reside in shared housing with other crewmembers;
• Required to work overtime as necessary;
• Required to travel 80% with possible overnight stays;
• Required to use appropriate safety procedures and equipment;
• Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;
• Required to operate a State vehicle;
• Required to travel 80% with possible overnight stays;
• Required to pass drug screening prior to employment;
• Required to pass a previous employment drug testing history verification for all CDL positions held within the past two years;
• Subject to random, post accident and reasonable cause testing for the duration of employment;
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;
• Non-smoking environment in State vehicles and buildings.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER