Automotive Worker (Seasonal)

Full Job Description

This position is located in National Capital Parks-East, in the Maintenance Division.

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for National Capital Parks-East is April-January but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: Beginning of April Open to the first 100 applicants or until 02/19/2026 whichever comes first.

All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.

(includes blueprinting and reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Troubleshooting 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. 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.

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. Major Duties:

The major duties of the position Automotive Worker include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform maintenance repair and overhaul and work on automobiles, truck tractors and other vehicles including gasoline and diesel engines with mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic and electronic controlled engine systems Troubleshoot repairs and overhauls major components and systems such as engines, transmissions and differentials, transaxles, electric fuel systems, emission controls systems, and computer related electrical systems, braking systems and other assemblies using a wide variety of diagnostic systems evaluate and repair specified automotive systems.

Runs operational checks on components of automotive systems, vehicles, and equipment to effectively diagnose problems occurring in automotive systems Creates an effective PM System for equipment and vehicles