This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. Applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. The last cut-off date is 11:59 pm (est), March 4, 2026. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - July Please see the "Next Steps" section for additional cut off dates.
Applicants must be physically fit and, as required in the Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Handbook X-118C, must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job elements listed below to perform the duties of the position at the level for which they are applying. A specific length of time and experience is not required. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. You must meet the 2-point level on the screen out factor/element and an average of level 2 on all factors/elements listed. 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 Equipment. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint 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. ICTAP/CTAP Statement: 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. Government housing MAY be available at the following locations. Lake Roosevelt NRA: Cory Wagner, cory_wagner@npsgov San Juan Island NHP: Richard Mischke, richard_mischke@nps.gov Golden Gate NRA: Marin County CA Creighton Geigle, creighton_geigle@nps.gov Mount Rainier NP: Jim Ziolkowski, jim_ziolkowski@nps.gov Lassen Volcanic NP: Joe Pettegrew, joe_pettegrew@nps.gov Yosemite NP: Yosemite, CA Danial Buskeness, daniel_buskeness@nps.gov North Cascades NP: Marblemount, WA Alan Schoblom, alan_schoblom@nps.gov Whiskeytown NRA: David Oechsli, david_oechsli@nps.gov Haleakalā NP: James Bouknight, james_bouknight@nps.gov Fort Vancouver NHS: Alex Patterson, alex_patterson@nps.gov Whitman Mission NHS: James Stevenson, jimmer_stevenson@nps.gov John Day Fossil Beds NM: Aaron Bougie, aaron_bougie@nps.gov Government housing IS available at the following locations. Golden Gate NRA: San Francisco, CA Tom Bueno, tom_bueno@nps.gov North Cascades NP: (Stehekin duty location) Aaron Robinson, aaron_robinson@nps.gov Channel Islands NP: Steven Geair, steven_geair@nps.gov Big Hole NB: James Stevenson, jimmer_stevenson@nps.gov Government housing is NOT available at the following Parks: Lewis and Clark NHP: Kevan Keegan kevan_keegan@nps.gov Ebey's Landing NHR: Richard Mischke, richard_mischke@nps.gov Redwood NP: Eric Gill Port eric_gillport@nps.gov Ceaser E. Chavez NM: Erika Williams Erika_Williams@nps.gov Grand Canyon-Parashant NM: Paul Krumland paul_krumland@nps.gov Manzanar NRA: Jon Harris, jon_harrris@nps.gov Nez Perce NHP: James Stevenson, jimmer_stevenson@nps.gov
The Pacific West Region is recruiting for TEMPORARY seasonal positions not to exceed 1039 hours work in a service year. Dates of employment will vary between park sites depending on funding, weather conditions and visitation. Within regulatory limitations, the length of initial appointment may be shortened or extended depending on work availability and funding. The duty stations for the parks are: Olympic National Park: Port Angeles, Clearwater, Hoodsport, Amanda Park, Forks, Clallam Bay, WA Yosemite National Park: Yosemite, CA Golden Gate NRA: San Francisco, CA and Marin County CA Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park: Tulare County CA John Day Fossil Beds NM: Kimberly OR San Juan Island National Historical Park: Friday Harbor WA Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve: Coupeville WA Great Basin NP: Baker, NV Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area: Coulee Dam, Wilbur, Davenport and Kettle Falls, WA Oregon Caves NM: Cave Junction, OR Lassen Volcanic NP: Manzanita Lake CA, Mineral CA Channel Islands National Park: Ventura CA Mount Rainier National Park: Longmire, Packwood, WA Lewis and Clark National NHP: Astoria OR Devils Postpile NM: Mammoth Lakes CA Whiskeytown National Recreation Area: Whiskeytown CA San Francisco Maritime NHP: San Francisco North Cascades National Park: Marblemount, Stehekin, WA Redwood National Park: Crescent City CA Cesar Chavez National Monument: Keen CA Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument: Saint George UT Manzanar National Historic Site: Independence CA Haleakalā National Park :Kula HI Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area: Thousand Oaks CA Nez Perce National Historical Park ID, MT, OR, WA Big Hole National Battlefield: Wisdom MT Whitman Mission National Historic Site: Walla Walla WA Kalaupapa National Historical Park: Kalaupapa HI Channel Islands National Park: Ventura CA Fort Vancouver National Historic Site: Vancouver WA The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Utilize a variety of materials, tools, and equipment associated with the repair and maintenance of structures and grounds. Perform minor plumbing repairs of limited difficulty such as tightening or replacing in-kind fittings and fixtures. Perform minor carpentry repairs of limited difficulty to buildings and quarters. Construct, install, repair and replace such items as doors, shelves, supply racks, hardware, frame structures, windows, trim and cabinets. Perform routine maintenance at different sites and visitor facilities, to include cleaning restrooms, and making minor repairs as needed. Receive, unload and process incoming shipments according to established procedures, and report discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items. May perform other duties such as painting equipment, masonry work, roofing, welding or assisting higher grade worker with maintenance of utility systems in the facility. Operate a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from work sites. Physical Demands: Works from ladders, scaffolds and platforms and where surfaces to be coated, or the parts of systems worked on are hard to reach that require incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries and sets up parts and equipment that weight up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside where dirt, spray, and fumes are present. Also required to work in inclement weather and/or wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable.