Seasonal Laborer

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The typical seasonal period for these positions is May through November but can be variable due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated entry on duty:
May 2026.

A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.

This is an open continuous announcement. Applicants will be referred throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions are filled, or the announcement reaches the closing date. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (EST), January 15, 2026.

• Operate large, complex riding lawn mowers that have multiple or controlled cutting decks and other types of equipment such as lawn edging equipment, trimmers, blowers, etc.
• Perform labor requiring the incumbent to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Digs ditches, cleans gutters, shovels snow, etc.
• Uses hand and power tools to assist in carpentry, plumbing, etc.
• Performs duties such as custodial, maintenance, and groundwork as needed. Uses equipment and tools for paved and unpaved road maintenance.

• Roger Williams National Memorial Park – Providence, Rhode Island:
  Pay Rate $22.03 – $25.69 (May to November)
• Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park – Pawtucket, Rhode Island:
  Pay Rate $22.03 – $25.69 (May to November)
• New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park – New Bedford, Massachusetts:
  Pay Rate $22.03 – $25.69 (May to November)
• African Burial Grounds National Monument – New York, New York:
  Pay Rate $24.97 – $29.14 (May to November)
• Federal Hall National Monument – New York, New York:
  Pay Rate $24.97 – $29.14 (May to November)
• Hamilton Grange National Memorial – New York, New York:
  Pay Rate $24.97 – $29.14 (May to November)
• Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historical Site – New York, New York:
  Pay Rate $24.97 – $29.14 (May to November)

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 Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• You will 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 shift work.
• You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter, you will be required to sign an affidavit and submit a photocopy of your valid state‑issued driver’s license. You may also be required to submit certified driving records from all states that disclose all valid driver’s licenses, whether current or past.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old or at least 16 years old and have graduated from high school, completed a formal vocational training program, received a statement from school authorities, or be currently enrolled in a secondary school and work only during school vacation periods or part‑time during the school year under a formal student employment program.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job‑related factors:

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

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