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  • TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger)

    Rocksprings, Texas United States TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE Full Time Dec 20, 2025
    Texas Parks and Wildlife Employer:

    TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE

    We are TPWD Providing outdoor recreational opportunities, managing and protecting fish and wildlife habitat, and managing parklands and historic areas Divisions & Positions Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas. 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. Philosophy In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.

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    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.

    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)

    • Hours worked per week

    • Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number

    • 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.

    • Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience.

    • 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.

    • 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.

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    MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

    Job Classification

    Service

    Military Specialty

    Maintenance Specialist I-V

    Army

    12C, 12G, 12N, 12V, 12W, 91C, 91E, 91J, 91L, 914A

    Maintenance Specialist I-V

    Navy

    AB, AN, BM, BU, CM, CN, DC, EO, FN, HT, SN, SW

    Maintenance Specialist I-V

    Coast Guard

    BM, DC, MK, DOSN, ENG, MAT

    Maintenance Specialist I-V

    Marine Corps

    1169, 1171, 1300, 1316, 1371

    Maintenance Specialist I-V

    Air Force

    3E2X1, 3E3X1, 3E4X1, 3E4X3

    Maintenance Specialist I-V

    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: Paris Gill, (432) 207-2855, Email: paris.gill@tpwd.texas.gov

    PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area, 116 North Well Street, Suite B, Rocksprings, TX 78880

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

    Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey-level) building maintenance and construction work. Responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment at Devils Sinkhole State Natural Area. Performs preventative maintenance (cleaning/inspecting) of facilities and grounds. Operates and maintains various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors, and trucks. Duties include but are not limited to mowing, trimming, trail maintenance, land clearing, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs, vehicle maintenance and road maintenance. Assists with enforcing park rules and interpretive programs/special events. Performs basic administrative duties and provides a high degree of customer service. Provides leadership to volunteer staff. Works under general supervision, with moderate 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.


    Qualifications:

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

    Education :

    Graduation from High School or GED.

    Experience :

    Three years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

    Licensure :

    Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver's 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 in grounds maintenance or ranch work to include the operation maintenance of mowers, tractors, and power equipment.

    Experience in facility maintenance such as janitorial cleaning, carpentry, plumbing and electrical repairs.

    Experience in customer service and/or public relations.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

    Knowledge of work site safety.

    Knowledge of facility, equipment and ground maintenance.

    Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and making minor repairs to park facilities.

    Knowledge of general custodial duties.

    Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management

    Knowledge of basic mathematics.

    Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

    Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

    Skill in applying worker safety programs to work situations.

    Skill in performing minor repairs to vehicles and other equipment.

    Skill meeting deadlines.

    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 hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.

    Skill in training others.

    Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

    Ability to work as a member of a team.

    Ability to present natural and cultural resource based interpretive programs.

    Ability to interpret and assist with enforcing park rules and regulations in a uniform manner.

    Ability to prepare and complete required reports.

    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 day use.

    Required to work 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.

    Required to work overtime as necessary.

    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.

    TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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    Closing Date: Jan 9, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
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