Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member

• Job Category Conservation , Ameri Corps, Water/ Water Quality
• Employee Type Ameri Corps
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Position Title: NPS Historic Preservation Training Center – Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore – Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member – Ameri Corps

Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements - East

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NPS – Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

• Start Date: 05/26/2026
• End Date: 08/21/2026

Stewards Individual Placements is an Ameri Corps affiliated program that provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and protect our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting the health of natural areas. Stewards, in partnership with SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE (SLBE), are seeking a service member who will assist in the operation and maintenance of utility systems that support park facilities and visitor services.

This position will focus on tasks such as monitoring and dosing chlorinated drinking water systems, inspecting septic systems, performing routine equipment maintenance, and conducting system inspections. The service member will also help with accurate record keeping ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. This opportunity provides hands‑on experience in utility systems management while contributing to the preservation of natural resources within a National Park setting.

• Learn dilution ratios and dosing rates to dose water systems with a chlorine solution.
• Test residual chlorine levels at various park locations and documentation.
• Collect routine water samples for bacterial testing.
• Conducting septic system inspections and reporting findings to support proper waste management.
• Assist USRO in the oversight of a Parkwide Utility Infrastructure Project.
• Members will observe contractors completing work on water and wastewater projects and be included in weekly meeting updates.
• Assist USRO in Technical review of Water/Wastewater components of this project.
• Operate light trucks and other vehicles to access systems and move supplies and materials.
• Collect water samples and perform water testing in accordance with Standard Methods and State Requirements.
• Record water and wastewater data (e.g., meter readings) on local, state, and federal forms.
• Perform general maintenance and cleanup to pumphouses, treatment plants, laboratories, and vehicles.
• Analyze water results and make corrections to treatment processes.
• Assist with wastewater system maintenance and pumping operations.
• Complete hard copy and electronic paperwork, forms, and data‑entry; compile and review information and create draft reports.
• Job shadow other employees and work groups to gain exposure to other career paths and facets of park operations.
• Prepare documents and reports using tablets, GIS, data management and word processing software.

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• At least 18 years of age, Veterans up to 35 years of age.
• Ability to commit to a 13-week experience of combined training and hands‑on work
• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an Ameri Corps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
• A willingness to learn skills and safety protocols.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Operate as a good team member within work crew and follow daily direction and effective communication.

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non‑traditional work hours, ability to move across…