TPWD - Maintenance Specialist I (Operations Ranger)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Education :

Completion of 8th Grade.

Experience :

One year of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Licensure :

Must possess a valid State driver's license.

NOTE :

Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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Education :

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience :

Experience working with the public.

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 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 operating grounds maintenance and custodial equipment. Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts. 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 prepare reports and forms. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. 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 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 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. Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures. Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays. Required to operate a State vehicle. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

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