TPWD - Maintenance Supervisor IV (Lead Operations Ranger)

Job Description

Job Description

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.

HIRING CONTACT: Dustin Renfro, 972-291-3900, Dustin.Renfro@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W. F.M. 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Cedar Hill State Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent, this position performs highly advanced (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work including serving as the team leader for maintenance. Provides supervision and guidance to maintenance field staff, scheduling workloads, training, and assisting with daily maintenance and repairs of facilities, grounds, and equipment. Operates and maintains various types of equipment, including hand and power tools, mowers, tractors, and trucks. Performs daily routine preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) of facilities and grounds. Responsible for purchasing materials and supplies. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive 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:

Five years of facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance experience.

Three years of experience as a supervisor or team leader, which may include oversight of paid staff, volunteers, or alternative workforces.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

One year of experience in construction, repair, and maintenance-related fields.

One year of customer service experience.

One year of public relations experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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

Knowledge of park operations and maintenance practices.

Knowledge of general repairs of facilities and equipment.

Knowledge of general grounds keeping to include tree felling and removal techniques.

Knowledge of natural resource management principles.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.

Knowledge of construction techniques.

Knowledge of plumbing and heating systems.

Knowledge of electrical systems.

Knowledge of fire and safety regulations and procedures.

Knowledge of local building codes.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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

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

Skill in applying worker safety programs to work situations.

Skill in initiating, monitoring and completing minor repair projects or construction projects.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Skill in meeting deadlines.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work related contacts.

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

Skill in training others.

Skill making independent, sound, timely decisions.

Skill in the use of tools and equipment.

Skill in troubleshooting causes for maintenance issues, prioritizing work schedules, and monitoring and inspecting the work performed by staff and contractors.

Ability to follow directions.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to develop and implement maintenance and repair programs.

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 electronic reports.

Ability to trouble-shoot maintenance problems and effect solutions.

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 in a public park with overnight camping and day use.

Required to work 40 hours per week includes flexible schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Required to work overtime, as necessary.

Required to respond to emergency and on call situations.

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 travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

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

Required to operate a State vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State office buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• `N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the `Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

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.

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.

*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

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Closing Date/Time: 2026-11-19