Seasonal Laborer; MVO

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This position is located within a National Park Service unit and supports a variety of maintenance and laboring functions throughout the park. The primary responsibilities include performing labor tasks that require moderately heavy physical effort, using common hand tools and power equipment.

The typical seasonal entry‑on‑duty period is May–Oct but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: 3/22/2026.

• Operate heavy power equipment such as lawn mowers, chain saws, brush cutters, brush chippers, portable snow blowers, and all types of hand and light power tools (shovels, pulaskis, picks, digging bars, rakes, lawn edging equipment, electric drills, etc.) to maintain buildings, grounds, roads, trails, etc.
• Load and unload supplies and materials from trucks, trailers, dollies, etc., and perform janitorial duties for buildings and grounds when required.
• Dig ditches and trenches with pick and shovel where soil is hard and compact and must be graded or sloped.
• Move heavily loaded wheelbarrows and hand trucks and use heavy type power mowers, including adjusting blades, cleaning, and oiling.
• Cut trees and heavy vegetation with axe, chainsaw, or powered brush cutters; stack heavy logs, lumber, and sacks of cement, etc.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
• Direct Deposit:
  Selectee must participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• Driver’s License:
  Must hold a valid driver’s license and submit a Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Driving Record.
• Uniform:
  Must wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards; a uniform allowance will be provided.
• Housing:
  Occupancy of government quarters may be offered.
• Minimum Age Requirement:
  Applicants must be at least 18 years old; or 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.

• Ability to perform the work of the position without more than normal supervision (screen out).
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (other than blueprints).
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Dexterity and safety.
• Vehicle operation.
• Work practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order).

This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.

Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non‑competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service within their established service year.

Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels, project needs, employee performance, or other considerations.

Physical demands:
The work performed requires the exertion of moderate to very heavy physical effort. 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‑lit, 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. Work requires the employee to follow proper safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, safety glasses, and steel‑toe shoes to avoid possible hazards in the work area.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Temporary
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Government Administration