Texas
TPWD - Maintenance Specialist I (Fluctuating Hours)
Texas, Laredo, Texas, United States, 78045
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.
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.
Application Instructions
Job Title
Dates of employment (month/year)
Hours worked per week
Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
Description of duties performed
Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit toward 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.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.
College Transcripts required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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 with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Work In Texas (WIT) Applications WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.
IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.
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Military Specialty Codes
Army Maintenance Specialist codes: 12C, 12G, 12N, 12V, 12W, 91C, 91E, 91J, 91L, 914A
Navy codes: AB, AN, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, SN, SW
Coast Guard codes: BM, DC, MK, DOSN, ENG, MAT
Marine Corps codes: 1169, 1171, 1300, 1316, 1371, 1371
Air Force codes: 3E2X1, 3E3X1, 3E4X1, 3E4X3
Space Force: No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
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 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.
Hiring Contact Jose Casiano, (956) 308-9215 / Email: joe.casiano@tpwd.texas.gov
Physical Work Address Lake Casa Blanca State Park, 5102 Bob Bullock Loop, Laredo, TX 78041
General Description Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs entry-level building maintenance and construction work. Responsible for operations, maintenance, and visitor services for Lake Casa Blanca State Park. 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. Duties include but are not limited to, preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) and repairs to facilities, buildings, equipment, vehicles, 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.
Minimum Qualifications Education : Completion of the 8th grade.
Experience : One year experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance. Volunteer or personal experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance counts toward the required experience.
Licensure Must possess a valid State driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of general facility, building and 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. Knowledge of construction, repair, maintenance and operation of buildings, equipment and utility systems.
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, tractors, chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment. 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. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment. 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 using computerized point of sale system. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to work from drawings, diagrams, or blueprints. 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 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 age 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. This position will fluctuate between part-time and full-time status throughout the term of employment. Changing from part-time to full-time and vice versa may impact the amount of leave accrued, eligibility for longevity pay, and health insurance rates. Required to adjust to changing schedules. Required to work overtime, as necessary. Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs. Required to operate a State vehicle. Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays. Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
Equal Opportunity Employer TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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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.
Application Instructions
Job Title
Dates of employment (month/year)
Hours worked per week
Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
Description of duties performed
Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit toward 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.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.
College Transcripts required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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 with “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Work In Texas (WIT) Applications WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.
IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.
Support Watch our VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS
Military Specialty Codes
Army Maintenance Specialist codes: 12C, 12G, 12N, 12V, 12W, 91C, 91E, 91J, 91L, 914A
Navy codes: AB, AN, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, SN, SW
Coast Guard codes: BM, DC, MK, DOSN, ENG, MAT
Marine Corps codes: 1169, 1171, 1300, 1316, 1371, 1371
Air Force codes: 3E2X1, 3E3X1, 3E4X1, 3E4X3
Space Force: No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
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 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.
Hiring Contact Jose Casiano, (956) 308-9215 / Email: joe.casiano@tpwd.texas.gov
Physical Work Address Lake Casa Blanca State Park, 5102 Bob Bullock Loop, Laredo, TX 78041
General Description Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs entry-level building maintenance and construction work. Responsible for operations, maintenance, and visitor services for Lake Casa Blanca State Park. 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. Duties include but are not limited to, preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) and repairs to facilities, buildings, equipment, vehicles, 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.
Minimum Qualifications Education : Completion of the 8th grade.
Experience : One year experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance. Volunteer or personal experience in facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance counts toward the required experience.
Licensure Must possess a valid State driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of general facility, building and 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. Knowledge of construction, repair, maintenance and operation of buildings, equipment and utility systems.
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, tractors, chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment. 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. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment. 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 using computerized point of sale system. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to work from drawings, diagrams, or blueprints. 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 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 age 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. This position will fluctuate between part-time and full-time status throughout the term of employment. Changing from part-time to full-time and vice versa may impact the amount of leave accrued, eligibility for longevity pay, and health insurance rates. Required to adjust to changing schedules. Required to work overtime, as necessary. Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs. Required to operate a State vehicle. Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays. Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
Equal Opportunity Employer TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Video Watch our VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS
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