Seasonal Maintenance Worker
National Park Service
Posted: March 19, 2026 (0 days ago)
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National Park Service
Department of the Interior
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts
Salary
$19.24 - $22.44
per hour
Type
Part-Time
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This seasonal job involves working as a trolley conductor in a national park, where you'll guide trolleys through busy streets, manage passenger safety, and keep track of schedules and visitor numbers.
It's perfect for someone reliable and safety-focused who enjoys outdoor work and interacting with the public during the summer months.
No prior experience is required, but you need to be comfortable directing traffic and handling basic emergencies.
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected.
The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
The typical seasonal period for these positions is May through October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: 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 a Trolley Conductor without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Operation of Motor Vehicles (JE#6-A) Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) (JE#25-A) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.
(JE# 75C) Ability to Operate Safely (non-motorized vehicles) (JE#86-B) Reliability and Dependability as a Trolley Car Operator (JE#87) 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:
Responsible for stopping traffic on busy roadways and safely directing trolleys across intersections. Responding to emergencies as they arise when needed.
Responsible for reading and interpreting railroad switch positions and throwing/securing switches properly.
Responsible for maintaining accurate records of the number of visitors using the trolley on a daily basis.
Responsible for maintaining trolley schedule of pick-up and drop-off times of visitors taking park tours.
Ensure safe loading/unloading of passengers and communicating with staff and trolley passengers to facilitate safe operations.
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