Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Eminence, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker performs seasonal maintenance work for the Seasonal Staffing Office at Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The typical work season runs from March through September, but may vary due to weather, project needs, or funding. The anticipated entry-on-duty date is March 2027. This is a temporary seasonal appointment, generally 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 is not suitable for telework.

The work includes maintenance across trades such as carpentry, painting, electrical, and plumbing, as well as road, trail, and building maintenance. The worker repairs and operates trade-related tools and equipment, uses a computer, maintains records, and performs simple arithmetic calculations. Work may be indoors or outdoors, including in inclement weather and in areas with dirt, spray, and fumes; protective equipment and clothing may be required.

The position may require on-call, evening, weekend, holiday, overtime, or shift work. Government quarters may be required, and housing may be available but is not guaranteed. Uniform wear may be required, with a uniform allowance provided. The employee may need to complete training, operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle, and drive a government or private motor vehicle for official duties; a valid driver's license is required when driving is part of those duties.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Pass a background investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Meet the age and eligibility conditions for employment: be at least 18 years old, or be at least 16 and meet one of the stated education, vocational training, school-authority, or student-employment conditions.
• Meet the job-related qualification factors: ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out factor), technical practices, ability to use and maintain tools and equipment, knowledge of materials, ability to interpret instructions and specifications including blueprints, and ability to handle weights and loads.
• Meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element and an average of at least 2 points across all job elements.
• Provide a resume that documents relevant experience and training and supports responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• Be able to perform physical work that may require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, working in tiring or uncomfortable positions, and frequently lifting, carrying, and setting up parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Work indoors and outdoors in conditions that may include dirt, spray, fumes, inclement weather, and protective equipment or clothing.
• Complete required training and operate a four-wheel-drive vehicle if required.
• Hold a valid driver's license if operating a government or private motor vehicle is required for official duties.
• Complete required training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority if required.
• Complete pre-employment and random drug testing if required; a verified positive drug test prevents appointment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work associated with carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and other trades appropriate to the position.
• Maintain roads, trails, and buildings.
• Repair and operate tools and equipment associated with the relevant trades.
• Use a computer, maintain records, and perform simple arithmetic calculations.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed