Maintenance Mechanic (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Berlin, MD

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a seasonal Maintenance Mechanic for the Seasonal Staffing Office at Assateague Island National Seashore. 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 through July 2027. This is a temporary seasonal appointment, normally not to exceed 1,039 hours; depending on the park and program, it may instead be not to exceed 1,560 hours. The appointment is expected to end when the season’s work is complete, and employment may end earlier due to funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations.

The position independently performs journeyman-level work across carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, roofing, and related maintenance trades. Work includes maintaining and repairing historic buildings, government housing, support structures, and other facilities, as well as some construction and demolition. The mechanic plans and lays out projects, adjusts plans as needed, and uses initiative and sound judgment to complete assignments. The role also involves entering information into the computerized Facility Management Software System (FMSS), using basic Windows, email, and word-processing applications, and maintaining safe work sites, tools, and equipment.

The position is not suitable for telework. Seasonal outdoor work involves varied weather and exposure to potential hazards. The employee may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, or shift work; wear a uniform; operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle after training; occupy government quarters; travel overnight up to three nights per month; and obtain and maintain a government charge card for travel and purchasing authority.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Must be at least 18 years old to operate government vehicles or be assigned to a hazardous position.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Must pass a background investigation and receive 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 complete pre-employment and random drug testing; a verified positive pre-employment drug test prevents appointment.
• Must be able to lift or handle objects and materials up to 50 pounds without assistance, following proper lifting procedures.
• Must meet the stated job-related factors: ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision; knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair; technical practices; use of measuring instruments; ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprints; ability to use and maintain 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.
• Must document relevant experience and training in the resume; the resume must support the assessment questionnaire responses.
• Must be able to perform heavy-to-moderate physical work, including frequently standing, climbing ladders or scaffolding, bending, stooping, and working in awkward positions.
• Must be able to work outdoors in seasonal weather and around hazards such as fall risks, dust, dirt, wind, rain, dangerous chemicals, moving equipment, paints, solvents, electrical shocks, and biting insects.
• There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System positions.
• May be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, or shift work.
• May be required to wear a uniform and comply with National Park Service uniform standards.
• May be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
• May be required to occupy government quarters.
• May be required to complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority; a government charge card is required for travel purposes.
• May be required to travel overnight away from home up to three nights per month.

Responsibilities

• Perform journeyman-level carpentry, plumbing, and painting work, along with related masonry, roofing, electrical, and general maintenance tasks.
• Repair and maintain historic buildings, government housing, support structures, and buildings while preserving safe, healthy, and sanitary conditions.
• Perform carpentry on structures and existing buildings; construct and maintain frame and masonry structures.
• Construct, repair, and replace floors, shelving, rafters, stairways, doors, windows, and roofs.
• Maintain water tanks and floats, potable and wastewater systems, and related equipment, including mains, valves, storage tanks, fittings, sinks, toilets, and fixtures.
• Perform routine installation, troubleshooting, and repair of wiring and related items in existing single- or three-phase electrical systems when a qualified electrician is absent.
• Prepare surfaces; spray, brush, and roll paint; mix and match paints and stains; select oil- or latex-based paints; and perform rust prevention.
• Enter data into the computerized Facility Management Software System (FMSS).
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely and ensure work sites are safe.
• Plan and lay out projects, make modifications when necessary, and use initiative and sound judgment to complete assignments.
• Complete required training and, if required, operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a range of benefits; eligibility depends on the type of position and other factors.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed