TPWD - Maintenance Supervisor III (Lead Operations Ranger - Backup Utility Plant Operator)

General Description

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent, this position performs advanced (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work. Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, grounds, utilities, and equipment within Eisenhower State Park, including all associated administrative duties as related to the maintenance functions. Supervises, trains, and provides leadership to classified, hourly, Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) crews, and volunteer staff. Performs preventative maintenance/cleaning of facilities and grounds. Duties include and are not limited to mowing, trimming, garbage collection, preventative maintenance/cleaning of restrooms, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs, and vehicle maintenance. Operates and maintains various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors, heavy equipment, and trucks. Assists in purchasing supplies and materials, conducting special events, and revenue collection and accounting. Serves as the Additional Safety Officer for the park. Serves as the Back-Up Utility Plant Operator (UPO). Works under minimal supervision, with considerable 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: Graduation from High School or GED.
• Experience: Four years of facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance. Three years of experience as a supervisor or team leader, which may include oversight of paid staff, volunteers, or alternative workforce. Note: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
• Licensure:
  • Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a class "D" Water and Wastewater license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
  • Note: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's (TCEQ) Criminal Conviction Guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of general maintenance experience in repairing buildings, equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, or grounds maintenance experience, such as operating lawn mowers, tractors, trucks, and power or hand tools.
• Experience working with the public in a park setting.
• Experience with water and/or wastewater systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of TCEQ rules and regulations on the proper operation and performance standards for water distribution systems and water treatment systems.
• Knowledge of facility, equipment, and ground maintenance repair programs and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of general custodial duties.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, welding, masonry, and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of general maintenance techniques and minor repairs of facilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of cost/budget estimation.
• Knowledge of financial and inventory management.
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of fire and safety regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of local building codes.
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skill in training others.
• Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, drills, lawn equipment, tractors, trucks, tractors, vehicles, generators, and other mechanical equipment.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.
• Skill in initiating, monitoring, and completing minor repair projects or construction projects within specified deadlines.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.
• Skill in the use of prioritizing work schedules, and monitoring and inspecting the work performed by staff and contractors.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to detect and respond to abnormal/emergency conditions (hurricanes, power outages, etc.).
• Ability to collect revenue and issue permits.
• Ability to prepare and complete required reports.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to support special event requirements.
• Ability to carry out liaison responsibilities with government/agency officials on departmental projects.
• Ability to provide oversight for contractors.
• Ability to travel to various work locations.
• Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to develop effective work methods.
• Ability to maintain accurate reports and records.
• Ability to organize preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to estimate work hours and plan work schedules.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• 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 hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• Required to respond to emergencies and on-call situations.
• Required to work in environments involving pollen, dust, insecticides, cleaning and preservation materials, potentially dangerous equipment operations, noise, heights, confined spaces, rugged terrain, heavy vegetation, insect/animal hazards, fuels, lubricants, and other potentially hazardous materials.
• Required to use appropriate safety procedures and equipment.
• 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.

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.

Contact and Work Location

Hiring Contact: Kailee Surratt, (903) 465-1956, Kailee.Surratt@tpwd.texas.gov

Physical Work Address: Eisenhower State Park, 50 Park Road 20, Denison, Texas 75020

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