Position open at Government Canyon State Natural Area, San Antonio
Please spread the word about this position that is open to the public at Govt. Canyon State Natural Area. Please read the Minimum Qualification Requirements. Chris Holm will be the hiring contact person: Chris Holm Superintendent, Government Canyon State Natural Area 12861 Galm Road San Antonio, TX 78254 210-688-9055, x290 Maintenance Specialist III SALARY: $2,412.58 /Month OPENING DATE: 08/30/12 CLOSING DATE: 09/14/12 05:00 PM DIVISION: State Parks WORK ADDRESS: Government Canyon SNA, 12861 Galm Road, San Antonio, TX 78254 HIRING CONTACT: Chris Holm, (210) 688-9055 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (210) 688-9055 end_of_the_skype_highlighting GENERAL DESCRIPTION: NOTE: Reposted position. Now open to External applicants. Previous applicants will be considered and need not reapply. Under the direction of the Lead Maintenance Specialist, this position is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of park facilities, grounds, equipment operations and visitor services. Operates all types of equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers and power tools. Provides quality visitor services by issuing permits, fee collection, providing information and registering visitors using a computerized registration and point of sale system. Responsible for financial management functions with regard to field office purchasing. Assists in enforcing park rules and regulations, performs resource management tasks and interprets the parks natural resources. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures. POSTING NUMBER: 12-00-581 QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: * Graduation from High School or GED. Experience: * Three years 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; * Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a valid Non-Commercial Pesticides Agricultural Applicator License issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). NOTE: Retention of position is contingent on obtaining and maintaining required licenses. 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: Education: * College coursework in Recreation & Parks, Wildlife Biology, Forestry, Geology, Archeology or related field. Experience: * Experience working with the public; * Customer service and public relations experience; * Experience collecting fees from customers. Licensure: * A valid class "A" Texas Commercial driver's license; * A current Fire Fighter Type II certification under the Wildland and Prescribed Fire Qualification System Guide and TPWD standards, issued by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group's (NWCG). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of building and facility repair techniques such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical or mechanical; * Knowledge of general facility, equipment and grounds maintenance techniques and repairs; * Skill in using various hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators, and other mechanical equipment; * Skill in effective verbal and written communication; * Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook; * Skill in making independent, sound, timely decisions; * Ability to work effectively with the public and co-workers in a fast-paced environment; * Ability to utilize personal computers and related software; * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision; * Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.; * Ability to apply pesticides and herbicides in a safe manner and in accordance with state regulations; * Ability to accurately collect fees from visitors utilizing a computerized point of sale system; * Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: WORKING CONDITIONS: * Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use; * Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various 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 travel with possible overnight stays; * Required to respond to emergency situations; * Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions and rugged terrain; * Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Submit online application: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/jobs. * Work history experience MUST be completed in the online application in order to be considered. * Resume and professional references may be attached to the online application, but not in place of the completed application. * A scanned copy of official college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided at time of interview (if applicable); * A skills test may be conducted at time of interview. An Equal Opportunity Employer APPLICATIONS MAY BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/jobs 4200 Smith School Road Austin, TX 78744 512-389-4545 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 512-389-4545 end_of_the_skype_highlighting h...@tpwd.state.tx.us<mailto:h...@tpwd.state.tx.us> Job Posting #12-00-581 MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST III
