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Posted: February 20, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Seasonal Utility Systems Repairer-Operator Helper

National Park Service

Department of the Interior

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Salary

$26.62 - $31.07

per hour

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Job Description

Summary

This seasonal job helps maintain and repair water and wastewater systems in a national park, working under close supervision to fix pipes, valves, and related equipment.

It's ideal for someone with basic hands-on experience in plumbing or utilities who wants to gain federal government experience in a beautiful outdoor setting.

The role runs from March to October, focusing on practical tasks like installations and preventive maintenance.

Key Requirements

  • Ability to perform duties with guidance and review by a higher-graded operator
  • Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair in plumbing, water treatment, and wastewater systems
  • Experience with repair and installation of water pipes, valves, fire hydrants, and public water system components
  • Proficiency in using hand and power tools associated with utility trades
  • Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints
  • Competency in using measuring instruments
  • Willingness to work seasonally (March to October) in Highlands, New Jersey

Full Job Description

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 entry-on-duty period is March to October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: March 23rd, 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) Knowledge of equipment, assembly, installation, repair, etc.

Technical Practices. Competency Use of Measuring Instruments. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.

(includes blueprint reading) Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment SCREEN OUT: Able to perform duties with guidance and review by a higher graded operator including assisting with maintenance tasks in the following trades: plumbing, water treatment and distribution, wastewater treatment, collection system and lift station operations, corrective and preventative maintenance related to industry equipment.

Repair and installation of water pipes, valves, fire hydrants, and related public water system appurtenances. Utilize most hand and power tools associated with these trades.

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:

As a WG-4742-05, the incumbent will complete duties with a high degree of supervision or working directly with a higher graded employee performing maintenance tasks in the following trades: Plumbing Water treatment Wastewater treatment Lift station operations Maintenance, and preventative maintenance related to industrial equipment.

Repair and installation of water pipes, valves, fire hydrants, and related public water system appurtenances. The incumbent will utilize hand and power tools associated with these trades.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/20/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: NE-1611-GATE-26-12865903-DE