TDCJ - Industrial Specialist V - Metal Assistant Project Manager
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- Agency: Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- Location: Palestine, TX
- Salary: $54,638.04 - $55,854.00 annually
- Type: full-time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-09-21
- Apply by: 2026-10-05
Job Description
Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.
Job Duties:
This position reports to the Ellis Bus Repair, Coffield, or Powledge Metal Fab Facility depending upon the vacancies, on a daily basis. Duties will include directing and overseeing the work of inmates to ensure efficient operations; and supervising the work of employees and inmates. This individual will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
You have 2 years of experience in metal fabrication or 4 years of production or manufacturing experience.
You have experience in the supervision of employees and inmates.
Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL with the following restrictions: E or L through Texas Department of Criminal Justice within 120 days of the date of employment.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
You have knowledge of quality control standards to maintain satisfactory levels of production.
You have knowledge of metal fabrication methods and procedures.
You have great communication skills and are able to communicate your ideas, and instructions clearly to staff, administration, and vendors.
You have skills in problem solving along with applying the rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
*For the full Job Description, please click the link below:
Industrial Specialist V
Additional Information:
Travel
100% - Position may spend 16+ nights away per month
Work Site Visits
Yes
Study Material
No
Pre-Service Training Academy Required
Yes
Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position
Hazardous Duty
*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application
position can be directed to: process can be directed to:
Lisa McLane Zilleah Ross
Hiring Manager OR Human Resources
936-437-6559 936-437-3150
lisa.mclane@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
Important Note to the Candidate:
Military Preference
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codes
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
Eligibility
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
EEO Statement:
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.
Newest government jobs in Texas
- TDCJ - Human Services Specialist VII - Continuity of Care - GRANT FUNDED — Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- TDCJ - Network Specialist I,II,III - Field Support — Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- TxDMV - Operations Specialist — Texas Department Of Motor Vehicles
- TDCJ - Ombudsman II - Victim Offender Mediation — Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- TxDMV - Programmer - eLicensing (Texas) — Texas Department Of Motor Vehicles
- DPS - RSD - Team Lead, CUP - 0174 — Texas Department Of Public Safety
- TDCJ - Project Manager I - Information Technology — Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
- TDA - FND - QA/QC Specialist (Auditor) — Department Of Agriculture