Maintenance Mechanic (Seasonal)

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Pacific West Region is April - May, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Open to the first 200 applicants or until 10/26/2026 whichever comes first.

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Works from plans, specifications, and/or verbal description. Works as a journeyman, constructs, alters, modifies and/or repairs a wide range of features in buildings, quarters, backcountry structures and other facilities. Constructs storage areas, workrooms, and offices within existing buildings including framework, rafters, joists, insulation, sheet rock, paneling, doors, windows, and flooring. Corrects and maintains historic building features and fixtures and is able to finish products with precise, accurate dimensions and acceptable appearance. Performs maintenance, repair, restoration, and stabilization of cultural resources. Builds stone masonry walls to duplicate or match original masonry. Removes portions of standing walls and stabilizes remaining historic fabric by capping, veneering and mortaring. Installs, modifies, and repairs new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems and water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers, and lay out of such things as angles, arcs, and circles. Lays sewer tile, replaces stools, lavatories; and replaces pumps and water meters. Performs painting duties with little oversight and/or review of work during progress or upon completion. Paints, decorates, and refinishes a variety of interior and exterior surfaces of offices and buildings, family dwellings, other structures, finishing, and equipment. Completes all painting, varnishing, etc. functions to include marbling, graining, speckling, tinting and toning of paint, and matching existing colors. Performs secondary maintenance duties involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, roofing, HVAC systems, and welding. Physical Demands: Physical effort is heavy to moderate and required occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 60 lbs unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend stoop, climb and work in awkward positions. May hike long distances, up to 15 miles carrying a backpack and work gear. Working Conditions: Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90+ degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment; plants, solvents etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks and biting insects.

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 have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. Depending on the Park and Duty Location - Backcountry travel may be required. Government housing may be available but is not guaranteed. Use find a park to contact specific parks for more information on government housing. 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 are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. You must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.