Seasonal Maintenance Worker

Seasonal Maintenance Worker

National Park Service

Location: Oneida, TN;
Stearns, KY

Rate of Pay by Duty

Location:

• Oneida, TN: $21.55 - $25.17 per hour.
• Stearns, KY: $21.08 - $24.64 per hour.

Entry on Duty: May 2026.

Seasonal entry‑on‑duty period is May through November, but may vary due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Application Period: Open to the first 100 applicants or until 01/14/2026, whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 EST on the closing day will receive consideration.

• Assist higher‑graded maintenance workers under general supervision in general landscaping and grounds maintenance, basic carpentry, simple electrical installations or repairs, basic plumbing work, and painting interior and exterior surfaces, and perform a variety of janitorial services.
• Assist in the performance of building maintenance work including basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and painting.
• Mow and trim lawn areas, remove weeds, sweep walks and other common areas, remove trash, prepare landscaping beds, make minor repairs to buildings and structures.
• Perform basic carpentry, simple electrical, basic plumbing, basic janitorial services and general landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Make simple measurements using tape measure and square.
• Follow written instructions to perform tasks. Follow manufacturer's instructions for use of power tools and safety.
• Use simple hand tools and other power tools.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, select and use a variety of cleaning agents, mix and thin painting materials and select appropriate lumber size and type.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
• Participate in the Direct Deposit Electronic Funds Transfer Program.
• May be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of official duties and maintain a valid state‑issued driver’s license.
• May be required to complete training and operate a four‑wheel drive vehicle.
• Must wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
• May be required to work on‑call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime work.
• Government housing might be available.
• May be required to travel overnight away from home up to 1 night per month and use a government charge card for travel purposes.

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).

In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume.

Volunteer experience, including paid and unpaid work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations, is considered and will receive credit as qualifying experience.

Works from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms; requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds.

Work is performed inside and outside where dirt, spray, and fumes are present. Required to work in inclement weather and wear protective equipment and clothing that may be heavy and uncomfortable.