HIRING CONTACT: Stephen Lange, (903) 566-1626 ext. 221, Email: stephen.lange@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Tyler Nature Center, Wildlife Region III, 11942 FM 848, Tyler, TX 75707

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Tyler Nature Center is a 45,000 square foot TPWD regional headquarters complex with additional outbuildings including a visitor center, boardwalk, four parking areas, security gates, hiking trails, pond, pavilions, picnic and fishing area. This position acts in the capacity of Facility Coordinator serving over 60 internal employees and approximately 5000 public visitors per year. Perform all grounds and facility maintenance for the complex.

Under the direction of the Regional Director and Staff Services Officer, this position is responsible for performing complex (journey-level), highly complex, or advanced (senior-level) construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work including the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of the water and wastewater system for Tyler Nature Center.  Responsible for regulatory compliance in all utility operations to include completion of required forms and reports as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).  Performs all phases of maintenance and repairs to other site facilities, equipment, grounds, and electrical and plumbing systems utilizing equipment such as hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors, and other machinery.  Responsible for preparing reports and providing visitor services.  Available for emergency call outs, as needed.  Works under general, limited, or minimal supervision, with moderate to 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.

NOTE: On site housing is available.
 
Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

• Maintenance Specialist III: Two years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.
• Maintenance Specialist IV: Four years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.
• Maintenance Specialist V: Five years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Licensure:       

• Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.
• Maintenance Specialist IV-V: Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Class C Water and/ or Wastewater License

Note: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

• Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience, with a maximum substitution of two years.
       
  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Experience working with facilities maintenance.
• Experience working with the public.
• Experience with water and/or wastewater systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Maintenance Specialist III:

• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management and conservation principles.
• Knowledge of facility, equipment, and grounds maintenance repair programs and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of public water and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of the construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings, equipment, and utility systems.
• Knowledge of building materials.

Maintenance Specialist IV; Knowledge of a Maintenance Specialist III PLUS:

• Knowledge of closed-circuit television (CCTV) – Installation of IP cameras and maintenance. Keycard entry access system – repair and maintenance.

Maintenance Specialist V; Knowledge of a Maintenance Specialist IV PLUS:

• Knowledge of fire and safety regulations.

Maintenance Specialist III:

• Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skill in using hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, generators, and other mechanical equipment.
• Skill in areas such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, CCTV, equipment/vehicle repair, and trail maintenance.
• Skill in using standard office equipment.
• Skill in basic report writing and developing and maintaining records.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions.
• Skill in selecting appropriate tools and equipment.
• Skill in troubleshooting situations to determine appropriate actions to resolve problems.

Maintenance Specialist IV-V; Skill of a Maintenance Specialist III PLUS:

• Skill in equipment and electronic maintenance.

Maintenance Specialist III:

• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to organize preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to apply proper methods, techniques, and procedures in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Ability to interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to conduct activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

Maintenance Specialist IV-V; Skill of a Maintenance Specialist III PLUS:

• Ability to serve as a lead worker providing direction to others.

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 respond to emergency and on-call situations.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• 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 work rules, safety procedures, and dress and grooming standards.
• Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
• May be required to operate a state vehicle.
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
• Optional state housing offered on-site with a monthly deduction of $277.92. Housing rates are established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.