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Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)

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The primary purpose of the Maintenance Worker is to perform recurring building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties and to assist journeymen and other higher graded maintenance workers. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Southeast Region is January-June, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: January-February 2027.

Some of the Maintenance Worker Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Repairs and maintains historic buildings, government housing, and support structures by performing carpentry, masonry, painting, plumbing, welding, and trail and grounds maintenance, including constructing, repairing, and replacing structural components such as floors, doors, windows, and roofs. Performs basic electrical tasks such as replacing switches, lightbulbs and existing fixtures. Assists electrician with electrical tasks. Operates and maintains various heavy equipment to perform tasks such as hauling, loading, clearing, plowing, and compacting materials on diverse terrains and in confined areas with minimal supervision.

U.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males must meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. Occupancy of government quarters 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. 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. You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license will be required in such cases. You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles. You may be required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. 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.

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