Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operating)
This position is located in a National Park Service Unit. The primary purpose of the position is to perform laboring duties that require significant manual skill, prior work experience or training, and very heavy physical effort. Open to the first 60 applicants or until 12 / 09 / 2025, whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11 : 59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Responsibilities
- Performs daily animal care duties including feeding, watering, manure removal, cleaning of enclosures, grooming, medical care and first aid.
- Performs routine daily maintenance of grounds, trails, exterior structures, buildings, and related facilities (includes snow removal)
- Safely operates and maintains various groundskeeping equipment including mowers, string trimmers, hedge trimmers, pole saws, hand tools etc.
- Performs trash collection, picks up refuse and storm debris, and clears dumping as needed.
- Performs simple carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical maintenance and repairs
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required.Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 2 nights per month.You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.Government Charge Card : You may be required to complete training and obtain / maintain a government charge card with travel and / or purchase authority.You must have the ability to lift 50 or higher pounds.Must have the ability to work outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions, ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and lift and move heavy items.As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors :
Work demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision.Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order)Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentDexterity and SafetySelective Placement Factors
Selective placement factors are minimum qualifications that are required at time of application. Applicants that do not possess these requirements, will no longer receive consideration for this position.Selective Placement Factor for this position : Applicants must possess a high degree of physical fitness necessary to perform duties. This includes the ability to work outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions, ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and lift and move heavy items (in excess of 50 pounds) to chest level.Quality Ranking Factors
Applicants with the following skills may be rated higher than those that do not possess the skills, but are not necessary for satisfactory job performance :Demonstrated prior knowledge and skills in animal husbandry.Well-developed situational awareness to ensure safe animal handling as well as keen observational skills to note changes in animal behavior that indicate illness and injury among the resident livestock are preferred.Physical Demands
The work performed requires the exertion of very heavy physical effort in operating large riding mowers; or lawn and garden tractors on grades and in areas with bushes, trees, and other visible obstacles that require significant maneuvering and lever control.The work involves lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds, and in some cases, carrying 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance.Working Conditions
Outside work is usually performed under all kinds of weather conditions.Indoor work is often accomplished in office buildings or in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas such as warehouses, loading docks, or trade shops.Frequently exposed to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise, dust, and dirt and the possibility of bruises, muscle strains, cuts and scrapes.The equipment, tools, and tasks involved frequently require extreme care and use of safety gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, or respirators to avoid severe injuries.The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are NOT suitable for telework.