Seasonal Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating)

Full Job Description

This is a temporary position not to exceed 1039 hours. This is an excepted service appointment that does not confer competitive status.

The typical season for this position is February through July but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

The anticipated entry on duty is February 2026. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement 01/14/2026 unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Special knowledge or expertise concerning the park's or preserve's natural and/or cultural resources and the management thereof is required.

Local knowledge of the resources and the typical conditions that affect the work to be accomplished will be applied in the performance of duties.

-AND- To be eligible your resume must clearly show periods of time having lived or worked in or near the area of consideration. The area of consideration can be found in the below paragraph.

Areas considered "near" Katmai National Park and Preserve are Federal Subsistence Areas of Unit 17C, as well as Unit 9A, 9B, 9C, and 9E, to include the communities of Naknek, King Salmon, Dillingham, Clarks Point, Ekwok, South Naknek, Koliganek, Port Alsworth, Nondalton, Pedro Bay, Iliamna, Newhalen, Kokhanok, Igiugig, Levelock, Egegik, Pilot Point, Ugashik, Port Heiden, Chignik, Chignik Lagoon, Chignik Lake, Perryville, and Ivanof Bay.

-ALSO- The following are the competencies identified for this position.

Applicants are not required to address these competencies in a separate document, but are encouraged to include in their resumes experience related to these competencies.

Ability to perform heavy and repetitive physical labor including lifting over 50 pounds, digging, and prolonged outdoor work.

Ability to safely operate powered tools, light motorized equipment, and utility vehicles used in maintenance and construction work.

Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision and make sound decisions within established guidelines.

Ability to recognize hazards, apply safety controls, and model safe work practices for others.

Knowledge of construction and maintenance support techniques such as grading, drainage, and erosion control.

Ability to guide lower-graded laborers, assist with task assignments, and ensure quality work outcomes.

Ability to identify work obstacles and apply practical solutions using available tools and resources.

Ability to clearly receive and relay instructions, report conditions, and coordinate work with supervisors and team members.

Knowledge of minimizing environmental impact and protecting resources during labor activities. Major Duties:

If selected, you will work as a Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating), WG-3502-05 at Katmai National Park and Preserve.

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to the following: Perform a full range of heavy manual labor duties requiring independent judgment and a high degree of physical effort in support of park operations.

Work as a member of a labor crew performing construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation projects.

Load, unload, transport, and position heavy tools, equipment, and materials such as lumber, stone, pipe, fuel, and construction supplies.

Perform trail and grounds maintenance including grading, drainage installation, erosion control, and removal of large debris or hazards.

Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools and powered equipment such as chainsaws, brush cutters, compactors, generators, power augers, and motorized wheelbarrows.

Operate light motor vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, and small utility equipment in support of maintenance activities.

Assist skilled trades personnel by setting up work sites, performing preparatory and follow-up work, and completing labor-intensive portions of projects.

Perform snow removal and ice control operations using hand tools and powered equipment.

Identify hazards, take corrective action within authority, and ensure safe work practices are followed by crew members.

Work independently or with minimal supervision in remote locations and adverse weather conditions. Please visit find a park for additional park information.