Carpentry Helper & Worker (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Eminence, MO

9h

About The Position

Serve as a seasonal Carpentry Helper & Worker with the Seasonal Staffing Office at Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is March through September, though timing may vary with weather, project needs, or funding. Anticipated entry on duty is March–July 2027. This is an open continuous vacancy announcement, with an initial application cut-off of January 1, 2027, at 11:59 p.m. ET; qualified applicants may be referred periodically until positions are filled or the announcement closes.

The position assists journeyman carpenters and other higher-graded employees with carpentry and painting, and uses and cares for common power and hand tools and trade materials. WG-07 duties may also include building and utility maintenance and operation; construction and repair of structures; painting, roofing, and basic masonry; operating motor vehicles, loaders, Bobcats, and other equipment; and working from sketches, work orders, basic blueprints, and verbal instructions. At that level, the employee is responsible for detailed layout, selecting tools and materials, and ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.

This is a temporary seasonal appointment, generally not to exceed 1,039 hours, with a possible appointment not to exceed 1,560 hours depending on the park and program. The appointment is expected to end when seasonal work is complete and may be terminated earlier due to funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations. Work is performed in indoor workshops and outdoor work sites, with exposure to varied weather, tools, equipment, and other worksite hazards. The position may require on-call, evening, weekend, holiday, overtime, or shift work; wearing a uniform and protective equipment; training and operation of vehicles and equipment; and a valid driver’s license when driving is part of official duties. Government quarters may be required; housing may be available but is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Appointment is subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Must comply with National Park Service uniform standards if required to wear a uniform.
• May be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
• A valid driver’s license is required when operating a government or private motor vehicle as part of official duties; operators of government vehicles must be at least 18 years old.
• May be required to complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or meet one of the stated conditions for employment at age 16 or 17.
• Must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and ability in the job-related factors, including ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out factor), equipment assembly and repair, technical practices, interpreting instructions and specifications including blueprint reading, measurement and layout, using and maintaining tools and equipment, and knowledge of materials.
• Must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and an average of at least 2 points across all job elements.
• Resume must document relevant experience and training and support responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• Must be able to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted and potentially lifting or carrying heavier items.
• Must use required personal protective equipment and comply with safety and occupational health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman carpenters or other higher-graded employees with carpentry.
• Assist journeyman carpenters or other higher-graded employees with painting.
• Use and care for common power and hand tools and work with materials associated with the trades.
• At WG-07, perform building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties and assist higher-graded employees with construction and repair of structures.
• At WG-07, perform painting, roofing, and basic masonry.
• At WG-07, operate various motor vehicles, loaders, Bobcat equipment, and other equipment.
• Work from sketches, work orders, basic blueprints, and verbal instructions.
• At WG-07, perform detailed layout, select tools and materials, and ensure work is accurate, complete, and adheres to standards.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided if a uniform is required.
• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available, subject to eligibility based on position type and work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed