Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal)

You will serve as a Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal). The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Cuyahoga Valley National Park is March - September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - July 2027.

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operate graders, bulldozers, backhoes and other heavy engineering equipment and heavy trucks in all weather conditions; in confined areas close to buildings; on narrow gravel roads and uneven terrain adjacent to exposed drop-offs and obstructions in the performance of roads maintenance and project work. Primary work includes road grading, laying down and compacting surfacing material, road sub grade excavation and repair, culvert installation to grade, installation of septic systems, and earthwork in archeological sensitive sites. Perform preventative maintenance and repair on heavy trucks and equipment. Also may assist railroad workers, operate flanged wheeled equipment to complete ditching and excavating along the railway. Maintain, modify and repair heavy equipment. Incumbent may also perform hiking trail and grounds maintenance. Some positions will involve maintenance way of work on the Cuyahoga Valley National Railroad which includes equipment operations, mowing along the railroad, clearing line of sights, tree trimming and removal. Incumbent doing maintenance way of work is subject to mandatory pre employment drug and alcohol testing and random drug and alcohol testing per the regulations established by the Federal Railroad Authority.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit Home | E-Verify Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). (SELECTIVE FACTOR) . Pre-employment and random drug testing are required. You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received. You may be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and/or shift work. You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle. Occupancy of government quarters may be required. You may be required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. You must be at least 21 years of age or older to operate government vehicles. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 3 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.