Seasonal Maintenance Worker (Trails)
National Park Service
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Seasonal Maintenance Worker (Trails)
National Park Service
Department of the Interior
Location
Oyster Bay, New York
Salary
$29.96 - $34.95
per hour
Type
Part Time
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Job Description
Summary
This seasonal job with the National Park Service involves hands-on maintenance of hiking trails in a park near Oyster Bay, New York, including building stone walls, repairing wooden structures like bridges and stairs, and using tools and vehicles to get the work done.
It's perfect for someone who enjoys outdoor physical labor and has basic skills in construction and equipment handling, with the role running mostly from May to November starting in 2026.
No advanced degrees are needed, but real-world experience or volunteer work in similar tasks will help you stand out.
Key Requirements
- Ability to perform the work independently with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair
- Proficiency in technical practices, including precise and artistic work
- Skill in using measuring instruments and interpreting instructions or blueprints
- Ability to safely use, maintain, and operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment
- Understanding of materials used in construction and maintenance
- Experience operating motor vehicles for transporting crews and supplies
Full Job Description
The typical seasonal period for these positions is May through Nov but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2026.
NOTE: OPM has identified this position as eligible for an exception to the typical 1039 hour season. This exception allows up to 1560 hours which may extend the season dates noted above.
See additional information section for details.
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 reading). Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. Knowledge of materials.
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:
Major Duties: Perform masonry work, primarily dry stone, in the construction, stabilization, and maintenance of park trail systems.
Perform carpentry work on trail structures such as log checks, foot bridges, stairs, and boardwalks. Operates motor vehicles to transport crews, tools, and equipment. Operates power equipment.
Safely use and maintain hand and power tools.
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