Job 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.
HIRING CONTACT: Timothy Abbott, 9032455301, Email Address: Timothy.Abbott@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Region 6 State Parks Headquarters, 11942A FM 848, Suite 200, Tyler, TX 75707
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Regional Maintenance Specialist, this position performs entrylevel building maintenance and construction work and is responsible for operations, maintenance, and visitor services for The Nature Center. Performs all phases of maintenance to facilities, buildings, vehicles, equipment, and grounds. Operates various types of equipment including hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, tractors, and other mechanical equipment. Performs routine preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) of restrooms, buildings, facilities, and grounds. Assists with visitors' services to include customer service, fee collection, public relations, information, safety, and security. Works under close supervision, with minimal 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 : Temporary position contingent upon funding with fluctuating fulltime/parttime hours based on operational needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Completion of the 8th grade.
Experience:
Experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance. Volunteer or personal experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance counts towards the required experience.
Licensure:
Must possess a valid State driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of general facility, building, grounds repair and cleaning techniques.
Knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance techniques.
Knowledge of natural and cultural resources.
Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial, and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, tractors, chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Skill in using standard office equipment.
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to follow park rules and regulations.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple and changing priorities.
Ability to safely and effectively operate hand and power tools and mechanical equipment.
Ability to accurately collect fees from visitors utilizing computerized point of sale system.
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:
Position contingent upon funding.
Required to work 10 to 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.
Applicants aged 17 may be considered for positions in compliance with Texas Child Labor Laws.
Hours may be reduced or extended as needed through primary peak season from March to September.
Required to adjust to changing schedules.
Required to work overtime as necessary.
This position may fluctuate between parttime and fulltime status throughout the term of employment. Changing from parttime to fulltime and vice versa may impact the amount of leave accrued, eligibility for longevity pay, and health insurance rates.
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 up to 5%.
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
Nonsmoking 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 attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:
- Job title,
- Employer name,
- Dates of employment (month/year),
- If employment is less than fulltime status, indicate parttime 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.
- 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 ReturntoWork Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60day 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:
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 activeduty 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:
https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 
