TMD - Maintenance Specialist IV (Groundskeeper)

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00056845

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:
Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile.__ Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. *Resumes do not take the place of this required information.*

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

*BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY*

Performs highly complex (senior-level) grounds and building maintenance and construction work. Work involves maintaining the appearance of grounds and repairing buildings, utility systems, and stationary equipment; operating motorized equipment; requisitioning material and supplies; and maintaining records. Reports to the Camp Swift Grounds Maintenance Supervisor. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

*WORK HOURS:* Monday – Thursday, 10 hours a day, 40 hours a week

*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Perform maintenance and repair work such as plumbing, painting, electrical, steam, air conditioning, and mechanical.
• Perform carpentry work such as the installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, doors, windows, wood fixtures, and furniture.
• Perform maintenance repair work such as welding, brazing, and soldering on ferrous and non-ferrous metals to repair, maintain, or fabricate parts and equipment.
• Perform inspections of equipment, operating machinery, systems, and building accessories and appliances to ensure proper maintenance and repair.
• Oversee and perform groundskeeping work, such as mowing and grass and tree trimming, fertilizing, watering, removing, and planting trees and shrubs.
• Oversee and/or perform the removal of dirt, rubbish, and refuse from grounds.
• Oversee and/or perform repair and preventive maintenance (PM) work on parking lots, roads, and sidewalks.
• Assist in implementing the PM program that pertains to the building and ground maintenance.
• Service, repair, and conduct preventive maintenance on groundskeeping equipment.
• Identify mechanical problems and determine how to fix the problems.
• Repair equipment and fabricates parts for repairs.
• Calculate material and labor costs and orders parts and supplies.
• Maintain and repair electrical outlets, control panels, switches, fixtures, and accessories; replace and reseat brushes on motors; and splice wires and cables.
• Assist in the Planning Resource for Infrastructure Development and Evaluation (PRIDE) work order system to include inputting and closing out work orders.
• Maintain records of work orders or projects in online database.
• Maintain CAC and complete relevant and/or assigned training.
• May train others.
• Assist in on-call duties for after-hours, weekends, and holidays for facilities emergencies.
• Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters, and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.