Gardener (Motor Vehicle Operator) (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Sainte Genevieve, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Gardener (Motor Vehicle Operator) performs seasonal gardening tasks outdoors or in a greenhouse at Sainte Genevieve National Historical Park. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is March through September, though it may vary with weather, project needs, or funding. The anticipated entry-on-duty date is March 2027. The role includes applying chemicals to plants under supervisory guidance; operating and performing minor maintenance on light-duty motor vehicles; carrying out planting and lawn-care activities; and removing debris from grounds and garden areas. The position may require a temporary seasonal appointment, potentially not to exceed 1,560 hours depending on the park and program. Employment may end at any time because of funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Appointment is subject to a background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males must meet the Selective Service Registration Act requirement.
• Participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• A valid driver's license is required when operating a government or private motor vehicle as part of official duties.
• Be at least 18 years old to operate government vehicles.
• Be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Wear protective clothing during pesticide or herbicide application and normal safety equipment such as gloves, boots, and glasses.
• Be physically fit and demonstrate the knowledge and ability to perform the job-related factors: ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out factor), technical practices, use of measuring instruments, ability to use and maintain tools and equipment, ability to interpret instructions and specifications, knowledge of materials, dexterity, and safety.
• Describe relevant experience and training in the application; the resume must support responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• Meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and an average of at least 2 points across all job elements.

Responsibilities

• Apply chemicals to plants according to directions and under supervisory guidance and instruction.
• Operate and perform minor operator maintenance on light-duty motor vehicles, including pickup trucks, panel trucks, flatbed trucks, carryalls, sedans, and crew cab pickup trucks.
• Fertilize, prepare seedbeds, transplant, lay sod, aerate, deadhead, stake, and divide plants, and water them.
• Mow, edge, and water lawns to maintain their appearance.
• Lay sod, sow seed, and place mulch to maintain or restore lawn appearance.
• Remove rocks, leaves, limbs, and trash from grounds and garden areas.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• Government housing may be available but is not guaranteed.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a range of benefits; specific eligibility depends on position type and other factors.

What This Job Offers

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