GENERAL DESCRIPTION : Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position Performs entry-level building maintenance and construction work. Responsibilities including operations, maintenance and visitor services for a 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. Performs routine preventative maintenance to 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 : Position may fluctuate between full-time/part-time hours based on operational needs.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Completion of the 8th grade.

Experience :

One year experience in facility, equipment or grounds maintenance.

NOTE : Volunteer or personal experience in facility, equipment or grounds maintenance counts towards the required experience.

NOTE : Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure :

Applicant 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.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in using standard office equipment.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, tractors, chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical 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 :

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 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 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 5% with possible overnight stay.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER WATCH OUR