TPWD 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.

EXCELLENT 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.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include

• Job Title

• Dates of employment (month/year)

• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed

• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.

• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.

• College Transcripts are 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.

• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

• 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.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Army

12A, 12H, 12X, 12Z, 18C, 91X, 91Z, 120A, 914A, 915A, 915E, 919A

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Navy

AB, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, MR, SW, 144X, 152X, 510X, 613X, 618X, 623X, 633X, 653X, 711X, 713X, 715X, 721X, 723X, 724X, 731X, 733X, 753X

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Coast Guard

BM, DC, MK, BOSN, ENG, MAT, MSSD, MSSE

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Marine Corps

411, 0629, 1169, 1349, 1371, 2149, 2181, 2891, 3529, 3537, 5959, 5993, 6019, 6391, 1120, 1302, 1310, 2110, 2120, 2125, 2802, 2805, 3510, 5902, 5910, 5950, 5970, 6002, 6004, 6302

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Air Force

2R1X1

Maintenance Supervisor I-IV

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for 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.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.


HIRING CONTACT: Allen Dees, (512) 734-1514, Email Address: allen.dees@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Colorado Bend State Park,1201 Colorado Park Road, Bend, TX 76824

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work. Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, utilities and equipment within the Colorado Bend State Park, including all associated administrative duties as related to the maintenance functions. Supervises, trains and provides leadership to classified, hourly, and volunteer staff. Performs preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) of facilities and grounds. Duties include mowing, trimming, garbage collection, cleaning restrooms, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs, vehicle maintenance, patrolling and park rules enforcement. Operates and maintains various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors and trucks. Assists in purchasing supplies and materials, special events and revenue collection and accounting. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Four years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Two years experience as a supervisor or team leader, which may include oversight of paid staff, volunteers, or alternate workforce.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid State driver's license.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, Class "D" Water and Wastewater licenses issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Must possess or be able to obtain, within three years of employment, Class "C" Ground Water license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Must possess or be able to obtain, with 6 months of employment, a Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

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:

Experience:

Experience in construction, equipment repair, and/or a maintenance-related field.

Experience in customer service and/or public relations.

Licensure:

Current class "D" Water and Wastewater license issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.

Knowledge of natural and cultural resource conservation and management principles.

Knowledge of general custodial duties.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skilled in maintaining and performing minor repairs to vehicles and other equipment.

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 the use of personal computers.

Skill in training others.

Skilled in initiating, monitoring, implementing and completing technical and complex minor repair projects or construction projects within specified deadlines.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.

Skilled in organizing, planning, scheduling, tracking, completing and closing out maintenance program tasks.

Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others.

Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment such as chain saws, drills, lawn equipment, tractors, trucks, and other mechanized equipment.

Ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Ability to accurately follow instructions.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

Ability to prepare and complete required reports.

Ability to effectively work as a team, motivate others, and be the leader of a small work group.

Ability to maintain small public water and wastewater systems.

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 in a public park with overnight camping and day use.

Required to work 40 hours per week, including flexible schedules, with 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 situations.

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Required to operate a state vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

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.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Closing Date: May 14, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

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