Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintenance work associated with a variety of trades such as carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and other trades appropriate to this position.
• Working on roads, trails, and building maintenance.
• Repair and operate a variety of tools and equipment associated with the trades such as carpentry, painting, electrical, & plumbing.
• Using a computer, maintaining records, and performing simple arithmetic calculations.

This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm ET, January 1, 2027. Initial consideration will be given to candidates whose applications meet all qualification and/or eligibility requirements and are received by the first cut-off date.

Applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement open period as qualified applicants are identified. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
• Occupancy of government quarters may be required.
• Government housing may be available but is not guaranteed.
  • Use find a park to contact specific parks for more information on government housing.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/.
• You may be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and/or shift work.
• You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle.
• You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license will be required in such cases.
  • You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.
• You may be required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• You must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.
• Pre-employment and random drug testing may be required. You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-03/01/2027-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:

1. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)
2. Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)
3. Ability to use and maintain Tools and Equipment
4. Knowledge of Materials
5. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprints reading)
6. Ability to Handle Weights and Loads

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Physical Demands: Works from ladders, scaffolds and platforms and where surfaces to be coated, or the parts of systems
worked on are hard to reach that require incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring
and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to
40 pounds.

Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside where dirt, spray, and fumes are present. Also required to work in
inclement weather and/or wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and
uncomfortable.