Laborer (MVO) (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating) performs recurring labor, groundskeeping, and basic maintenance duties and operates motor vehicles and equipment to transport personnel, materials, supplies, and equipment. This is a seasonal position with a typical entry-on-duty period of March through November, which may vary due to weather, project needs, or funding. Anticipated entry on duty is March–May 2027.

The position operates light-duty motor vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds and uses power equipment and hand tools to maintain buildings, grounds, roads, and trails. Duties also include equipment cleaning and maintenance, janitorial work, moving and handling materials, landscaping, sign and furniture work, tree cutting, excavation, and road and concrete repairs. WG-05 duties include operating vehicles on Federal, state, county, and city roads in all traffic conditions while observing applicable speed limits.

The work requires moderate to very heavy physical effort, including lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds and, in some cases, carrying 80–100 pounds or more with assistance. Work takes place outdoors in varied weather and indoors in settings such as offices, warehouses, loading docks, and trade shops. Employees may encounter temperature extremes, drafts, noise, dust, dirt, and risks of bruises, muscle strains, cuts, and scrapes. Employees must follow safety procedures and use standard safety equipment.

This position may require a seasonal temporary appointment, potentially not to exceed 1,560 hours depending on the park and program. Employment may end due to changes in 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.
• Must participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or at least 16 and meet one of the stated education, training, or student-employment conditions.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and be physically fit for the work.
• Must demonstrate ability to do the work without more than normal supervision, interpret instructions and specifications, use and maintain tools and equipment, follow orderly work practices, and demonstrate dexterity and safety.
• Must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element and an average of at least 2 points on all job elements.
• A specific length of experience is not required; qualifications emphasize the quality of experience. Relevant experience and training must be described and documented in the resume.
• Must 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; must be at least 18 to operate government vehicles.
• Must follow safety procedures and use standard safety equipment.
• May be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and/or shift work.
• May be required to occupy government quarters; housing may be available but is not guaranteed.
• May be required to wear a uniform and comply with National Park Service uniform standards.
• May be required to complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.

Responsibilities

• Operate light-duty motor vehicles, including pickup trucks, sedans, and flatbed trucks weighing up to 10,000 pounds, to transport personnel, supplies, materials, equipment, and tools throughout the park.
• Maintain buildings, grounds, roads, and trails using heavy power equipment and hand tools.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Perform janitorial duties in buildings.
• Load and unload supplies and materials from trucks, trailers, and dollies.
• Move heavy items using wheelbarrows and hand trucks.
• Move furniture; remove and set signs; paint picnic tables and signs; rake and water lawns; trim trees and shrubbery; pick up litter; and clean fire pits.
• Cut heavy trees with an ax or chainsaw and stack heavy logs, lumber, and sacks of cement.
• Dig ditches and trenches in hard, compact soil and grade or slope the ground as needed.
• Break up pavement, soil, or concrete; mix and pour concrete, asphalt, and hot or cold mix; and fill and level holes in damaged roads.
• For WG-05, operate vehicles on Federal, state, and county roads and city streets in all traffic conditions while following applicable speeds.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• A federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

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