FUL-Maintenance Mechanic Trails

National Park Service • Denali Park, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the National Park Service, Alaska Region, at Denali National Park and Preserve in Denali Park, Alaska. The incumbent provides on-the-ground leadership for trail maintenance, rehabilitation, and construction projects in front-country and backcountry environments. The work combines field leadership, technical trail construction, equipment operation, and project planning in remote and challenging settings.

This is a career-seasonal permanent appointment. Work is approximately mid-January to mid-November, followed by a non-pay status for the remainder of the year. Career-seasonal appointments provide the same benefits as permanent appointments but do not provide year-round work. The position may require backcountry or remote-area camping for up to five nights per month, and some weekend and holiday work as part of the regular tour of duty. The incumbent should also be available for emergency callout.

The position requires journey-level experience in trail maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction, including trade practices such as carpentry, masonry or stonework, cement work, painting, or related maintenance trades. The incumbent must be able to work with no more than normal supervision and demonstrate knowledge and ability in interpreting instructions, using and maintaining tools and equipment, equipment repair and assembly, materials, technical practices, and measuring instructions. There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System positions.

The position is filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Applicants must reside within 50 miles of Denali National Park at the time of application and provide proof of residency. A one-year probationary period applies. The incumbent must obtain a valid driver’s license within 14 days of entry on duty and maintain it, wear the required uniform, and obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and chainsaw certifications; the National Park Service provides the necessary training. Government vehicle operation requires the employee to be at least 18 years old.

Work is outdoors approximately 80% of the time, in temperatures ranging from -40 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit and in varied weather. It involves steep, uneven terrain, wet or slippery surfaces, snow and ice, swift-water crossings, and exposure to insects, poisonous plants, bears, cold, noise, vibration, and equipment exhaust. The job involves frequent moderate to heavy exertion, including hiking up to 12 miles daily and lifting and carrying objects weighing 20 to 100 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn as required.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
• Must pass a background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must participate in Direct Deposit and successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Must obtain a valid driver’s license within 14 days of entry on duty and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards; a uniform allowance is provided.
• Must be able to camp in backcountry or remote park areas for up to five nights per month when required.
• May be required to work some weekends and holidays and must be available for emergency callout.
• Must complete required training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR, First Aid, and chainsaw certifications; training is provided by the National Park Service.
• Must agree to the career-seasonal appointment.
• Must be at least 18 years old to operate government vehicles.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period.
• Must demonstrate ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out factor).
• Must demonstrate ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading.
• Must demonstrate ability to use and maintain tools and equipment, knowledge of equipment assembly, installation and repair, knowledge of materials, technical practices, and use of measuring instructions.
• Must have journey-level experience in trail maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction, including trade practices associated with carpentry, masonry or stonework, cement work, painting, or related maintenance trades.
• Must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and average at least 2 points across all job elements to be considered qualified.
• Must reside within 50 miles of Denali National Park at the time of application and provide proof of residency.
• Must meet the physical demands of the position and be able to wear required protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assign and oversee daily trail crew work activities.
• Maintain and repair trails, drainage features, retaining walls, and trail structures.
• Lead employees, youth corps participants, volunteers, and conservation crews on trail projects.
• Perform trail rehabilitation and construction work, including applicable carpentry, masonry or stonework, cement work, painting, or related maintenance trades.
• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, vehicles, and construction equipment.
• Monitor trail conditions and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support project planning, documentation, and logistics for trail operations.
• Independently complete trail maintenance and construction projects.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; eligibility and specific benefits depend on appointment type.
• Uniform allowance.
• National Park Service-provided training for CPR, First Aid, and chainsaw certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed