TMD - Groundskeeper V (Carswell)

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00051132  

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 advanced (senior-level) grounds and building or minor maintenance work associated with grounds. Work involves caring for and maintaining the appearance of grounds and gardens, as well as maintaining and repairing groundskeeping tools, supplies, and equipment. May serve as a lead worker or escort providing direction to others. Reports to the Maintenance Manager and works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS: Tuesday – Friday, 10 hours a day, 40 hours a week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mows, trims grass, edges and removes clippings from sidewalks, building entrances and roads; and trims, fertilizes, waters, removes, and plants trees and shrubs.
• Removes dirt, rubbish, and refuse from grounds, around buildings, and along fence lines.
• Repairs and performs preventive maintenance work on planters, parking lots, driveways, roads, fences, and sidewalks.
• Utilizes sprays, or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, or fungicides onto grass, shrubs, and trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
• Performs limited landscaping work.
• Operates powered equipment such as mowers, edgers/weed eaters, leaf blowers, ground utility vehicles and associated equipment, chain saws, gas powered hedge trimmers, and pruning shears.
• Services, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on groundskeeping equipment.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs sprinkler systems.
• Drives trucks and hauls materials, supplies, and dirt and retrieves fuel from service station using state fuel card.
• Oversees the inventory of groundskeeping tools, supplies, and equipment, ensuring that equipment is well maintained and accounted for.
• Performs quality assurance reviews with team lead, supervisor, or manager on work in progress and/or completed.
• May serve as a lead worker or escort of contractors providing direction to others.
• Conducts inspections of ground maintenance work.
• Participates in conducting equipment inspections, maintenance and evaluation for repair, replacement, or acquisition.
• Attends work regularly and observes 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.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 EDUCATION:

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required. 

EXPERIENCE:

• Two years’ experience in commercial groundskeeping work is required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:

• Valid driver's license is required.  *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Background Investigation.  Selected candidate must pass federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85. Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations.
• Eligibility to Work in the U.S.  The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.
• Sponsorship.  Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 Knowledge of:

• planting and caring of trees, shrubbery, flowers and grass
• pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides and fungicides
• hand and power tools and equipment

 Skill in: 

• using groundskeeping hand tools, industrial mowers, and equipment
• operating motorized and gas-operated equipment
• maintaining and repairing sidewalks and parking lots, and gravel roads

 Ability to:

• maintain and care for hand and power tools and equipment
• detect diseases in plants and grasses
• serve as a lead worker providing direction to others
• work in a military environment

PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically performed in outdoor settings that may be hot, humid, dirty, cold, and in direct sunlight.  Position will require incumbent to work in tight spaces, high noise areas, and restricted access zones.  Position requires the ability to lift, carry, move and/or set up equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.  May require periodic travel for training, both in and out of state.  Duty hours are primarily Tuesday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. but may require extended duty days if workload requires.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying.  Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran – DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty – Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active-duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran, if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran, has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability – Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary   proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: No military equivalent

United States Navy: No military equivalent

United States Coast Guard: No military equivalent

United States Marine Corps: No military equivalent

United States Air Force: No military equivalent

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Custodial.pdf

Contact TMD’s Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512) 782-3836 or [email protected]  

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.