This position is located in a National Park Service Unit, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The selectee will perform recurring building and utility maintenance and repair duties and assist journeymen and other higher graded maintenance workers. Open to the first 60 applicants or until 08/04/2025 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. This position is not eligible for remote work.
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: (The Ability To Do The Work Of the Position Without More Than Normal Supervision SCREEN OUT) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading). Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment. Knowledge of materials. Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic. Use of Measuring Instruments. 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.
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is November - May but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: As soon as Possible. The major duties of the Maintenance Worker position include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, equipment and related utilities. Mowing grass and managing landscape. 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. Reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items Operates a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from Work sites while assisting on project work. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers problems to higher graded workers.