TPWD - Motor Vehicle Technician II (Maintenance Shop Technician)

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TPWD - Motor Vehicle Technician II (Maintenance Shop Technician)

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: Justin Dunn, 361-729-5429, [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Rockport Maintenance Shop, 824 S Fuqua Street, Rockport, TX 78362

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Rockport Maintenance Shop Team Leader, this position performs routine (journey-level) motor vehicle and marine vessel maintenance, diagnosis, and repair. Also assists in performing maintenance, repair, and fabrication of specialized fisheries sampling equipment. Assists with purchasing and report preparation. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for use of initiative and independent judgement. 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 :

One year of relevant experience in operation, maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or boats.

Licensure :

Must possess or be able to obtain, within thirty days of employment, a valid class `C' Texas driver's license.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within thirty days of employment, a Texas Boater Education certification or equivalent unless legally exempt per §31.110 of the Texas Water Safety Act.

NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon maintaining the required driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience :

Experience in operation, repair and maintenance specific to boats, outboard motors, trailers, and related equipment.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of welding and metal fabrication.

Knowledge of fiberglass repair.

Skill in basic vehicle operation, maintenance and repair.

Skill in basic marine vessel operation, maintenance and repair.

Skill in the use of manual and power hand tools.

Skill in maintaining records of materials, supplies, time and work performed.

Skill in effective communication and in building and maintaining positive working relationships.

Skill in basic computer operations and the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of welding and metal fabrication.

Knowledge of fiberglass repair.

Skill in basic vehicle operation, maintenance and repair.

Skill in basic marine vessel operation, maintenance and repair.

Skill in safe use of manual and power tools.

Skill in maintaining records of materials, supplies, time, and work performed.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with team members.

Skill in basic computer operations and use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Skill in basic mathematics.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds, and work in confined spaces.

Ability to learn basic state purchasing procedures.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic diagrams, and sketches.

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

Ability to prepare job cost estimates.

Ability to understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.

Ability to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for use of initiative and independent judgement.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to climb ladders and scaffolds and work in confined spaces, such as boat engine rooms.

Required to perform work outdoors in cold and extreme heat, including on boats during occasional adverse weather conditions.

Required to occasionally travel out of town up to 5% with possible overnight stays.

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

Non-smoking working environment in all State buildings and vehicles.

P LEASE 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: 2026-10-19

Salary:

$4068.64 - 4068.64 Monthly