Maintenance Mechanic (Seasonal)

National Park Service•Empire, MI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

This seasonal Maintenance Mechanic position serves at Sleeping Bear Dune National Lakeshore. The likely entry-on-duty period is March–July 2027. The role performs routine and corrective maintenance of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, building components, and equipment. Work includes painting, electrical, and plumbing tasks using hand tools and other appropriate tools and techniques. Examples include replacing faucets, cleaning or repairing drains, and replacing light fixtures and outlets. The position has a mixed work schedule based on workload, which may change from part-time to full-time or on-call. Employees may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift work. The position is not suitable for telework and involves outdoor work in varied seasonal weather and potentially hazardous conditions. Government housing may be available. A uniform is required, and a uniform allowance will be provided.

Requirements

Meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job-related factors: ability to do the work without more than normal supervision; ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading; ability to use and maintain tools and equipment; knowledge of materials; and technical practices.
Meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all job elements to be considered qualified.
Be physically fit for the work and able to lift or handle objects up to 50 pounds unassisted, following proper lifting procedures.
Be a U.S. citizen.
Meet the Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
Have a valid driver's license.
Wear the required uniform and comply with National Park Service uniform standards.
Meet the minimum age requirement: at least 18 years old, or at least 16 and meeting one of the stated education, vocational training, school-authority, or student-employment conditions.
Submit a resume that documents relevant experience and training and supports responses to the assessment questionnaire.
Appointment is subject to a background investigation and favorable adjudication.
Participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and corrective maintenance of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, building components, and equipment.
Perform painting, electrical, plumbing, and other maintenance tasks using hand tools and appropriate techniques.
Complete painting projects using appropriate tools and techniques.
Perform plumbing repairs, including faucet replacement and drain cleaning or repair.
Perform electrical repairs, including replacing light fixtures and outlets.
Operate a government or private motor vehicle as part of official duties.