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Seasonal Maintenance Worker (Building & Utilities)

National Park Service

Department of the Interior

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$22.06 - $29.95

per hour

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Job Description

Summary

This seasonal job with the National Park Service involves hands-on maintenance of buildings, utilities, and trails in a park setting near Beaver, West Virginia, such as clearing brush, repairing structures, and using tools for various trades.

It's temporary, lasting up to about six months starting in spring 2026, and requires physical stamina for tough outdoor work like hiking and lifting heavy loads.

A good fit would be someone with practical experience in manual labor or trades who enjoys working independently in nature and can handle challenging terrain safely.

Key Requirements

  • Ability to work independently without more than normal supervision (Screen Out factor)
  • Skill in interpreting instructions, specifications, and reading blueprints
  • Proficiency in using, maintaining, and repairing tools and equipment
  • Knowledge of materials, technical practices, and use of measuring instruments
  • Experience in trail maintenance tasks like clearing brush, digging ditches, and moving rocks
  • Physical ability to perform strenuous work, including carrying over 50 pounds and hiking up to 12 miles on steep terrain
  • For WG-4749-07 level: Experience in complex trades such as carpentry, painting, electrical, and masonry, plus leading others

Full Job Description

These vacancies are Temporary Seasonal positions Not to Exceed: 1039 Hours in a service year. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is APRIL / MAY 2026.

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), Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.

(includes blueprints reading), Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc., Knowledge of materials, Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic), and Use of Measuring Instruments SCREENOUT MAINTENANCE WORKER; WG-4749-05: Performs simple and routine trail maintenance duties.

This includes tasks such as cutting roots, moving rocks, digging ditches, clearing brush, hiking on steep and uneven terrain.

Experience includes the use and maintenance of proper tools to complete each task.

Able to perform the strenuous work required by this position such as carrying heavy objects weighing over 50 pounds and hiking mountainous terrain up to 12 miles per day.

Takes initiative to solve difficult problems and can accomplish a variety of trail laborer assignments independently and safely.

SCREENOUT MAINTENANCE WORKER; WG-4749-07: Performs the most difficult and complex maintenance work tasks associated with a variety of trades such as carpentry, painting, electrical, masonry, and other trades appropriate to this position.

I have led others in the performance of such tasks as a regular part of my duties.

I have extensive experience in building maintenance and can repair and operate a variety of tools and equipment associated with the trades above.

I also have been involved in other related areas such as rehabilitation and maintenance of historic structures.

I take initiative to solve complex problems and can accomplish the most complex work assignments.

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.

ICTAP/CTAP - Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection.

Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.

Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP.

This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.

Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible.

If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation.

Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.

Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001). Major Duties:

WG-4749-05 MAINTENANCE WORKER (BUILDING & UTILITIES) MAJOR DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: Performs simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, equipment and related utilities and assists higher graded maintenance workers or tradesmen in the performance of their work.

Performs minor carpentry repairs using simple measures and hand tools on such tasks as replacing broken planks on picnic tables; broken windows using precut stock; minor adjustments or replaces hinges, latches and catches.

Performs minor painting using brush and roller according to specific instructions on projects where appearances are not critical such as staining picnic tables and trash barrels.

Performs minor plumbing repairs such as tightening or replacing in-kind fittings and fixtures which do not require custom fitting or solder joints; replaces faucet washers; unplugs drains using a plunger; replaces liquid petroleum gas bottles.

Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments according to established procedures. Reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items.

Performs routine maintenance on campground sites and trails using hand tools to re-grade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances. Collects trash.

Operates a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from work sites while assisting on project work.

Cleans and services chemical toilets, restrooms, and other campground or visitor facilities. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers problems to higher graded workers.

Operates a forklift to load and unload supplies and light equipment not requiring special rigging.

WG-4749-07 MAINTENANCE WORKER (BUILDING & UTILITIES) MAJOR DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: Performs repairs to buildings and quarters.

Constructs, installs, repairs and replaces items such as doors, shelves, supply racks, hardware, frame structures, windows, trim and cabinets.

Replaces defective siding, steps, windowsills and thresholds; replaces glass panes and damaged portions of concrete or wooden walks and/or steps.

Uses both hand and power tools such as hammers, bars, handsaws, screw drivers, squares, skill saws, jig saws, routers, handheld belt sanders and drills.

Applies premixed paints or stains to masonry, gypsum board or wood surfaces using brushes or rollers.

Paints various types of structures such as interior and exterior metal, wood and masonry surfaces, and a variety of wooden trim and new and old cabinets.

Paints garbage cans, racks, and picnic tables and sign-posts. Uses oil, lacquer and latex based paints, stains, varnishes, and thinners.

Assists higher-level employees by mixing or stirring paints, moving drop cloths and scaffolds, and cleaning walls in preparation for painting. Cleans brushes, rollers and spray equipment.

Utilizes scrapers, sandpaper, steel wool, brushes, rollers, ladders, air and airless sprayers.

Performs plumbing tasks such as replacing hose bibs, valves, nipples, unions and elbows, fixtures, toilets, flush valves, faucets, and various types of pipe and copper lines.

Cut and thread pipes and winterizes water systems. Utilizes a variety of materials, tools, and equipment associated with the plumbing trade.

Performs electrical tasks involving making repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, and insulating defective wiring and fixtures.

Utilizes hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, strippers, drills and soldering irons.

The incumbent is not required to perform specified length and angled cuts required of higher graded electricians and their work is checked during progress and upon completion.

Performs masonry work of limited difficulty involving the maintenance, repair, construction, and/or stabilization of historic sites built of stone, mortar, or adobe and/or contemporary buildings, features or structures.

As directed/prescribed, mixes soils, water and amendments for mortars or adobes; removes damaged portions of walls or other architectural features in preparation for repair work and may perform duties that require a basic knowledge of applicable techniques and procedures to complete.

Knowledgeable in handling and proper safety procedures encountered in operations including understanding and using SOS (Safety Data Sheets), along with proper PPE usage.

Makes routine and emergency repairs at all park facilities as required. Participates in weekly safety meetings and bi-annual park wide safety days.

Employee will adhere to all required park safety rules and OSHA standards. Maintains safety check on division vehicles, i.e., batteries, brakes, fluids, etc.; keeps vehicles clean.

May perform other duties (in the event of park needs) such as janitorial cleaning, trash pickup, grounds keeping, digging, raking or sweeping; and, assisting in transporting camp and work supplies and construction materials.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/23/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: NE-1612-NERI-26-12865909-DE