Seasonal Motor Vehicle Operator

You will perform a variety of work involving the operation of motor vehicles in support of the maintenance and repair of roadsides including roads culverts bridges guardrails etc.

• Operate diesel and gasoline powered motor vehicles and heavy equipment which typically have a gross vehicle weight of more than 26000 pounds and up to 32000 pounds; vehicles are usually equipped with air brakes.
• Operate vehicles including dump trucks and trash truck in all kinds of weather over rough terrain in close quarters and in heavy traffic. Duties include crack sealing asphalt patching refuse/recycling collection transporting material and loading trucks with front end loader and/or backhoe.
• Operate tractors with attached flail and sickle bar mowers to cut grass and brush on shoulders ditches and cut banks alongside park roads.
• Perform operator maintenance on all vehicles operated according to manufacturer and park standards. Complete minor repairs and preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Perform manual labor tasks such as digging raking cleaning drainage ditches picking up litter etc.

SALARY: Salary does not include locality pay. For specific wage information reference the OPM Salaries and Wages link: Click here for the OPM Salaries and Wages to calculate locality pay.

This is an open continuous announcement in which applications are collected over several months and have multiple cut-off dates. Applications received by the initial cutoff date will be considered first. **INITIAL CUT OFF is Monday January 5 2026** Applications will be considered throughout the open period of the announcement however additional referral certificates will only be issued when a hiring official exhausts current certificate and/or additional vacancies need to be filled.

For more information about the park please visit:
Theodore Roosevelt National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Wind Cave National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males
• Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
• Drug Testing: You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to addition this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• Drivers License: You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid drivers license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operators License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities) and at your own expense all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid drivers licenses whether current or past possessed by you.
• Commercial Drivers License: You must possess and maintain a current Class A Type A (or higher) Commercial Drivers License .
• Uniform: You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
• Government Housing: Government housing MAY be available.

Qualifications

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)
• Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
• Ability To Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
• Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
• Operation of Motor Vehicles
• Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator
• Vehicle Operation
• Work Practices (including keeping things neat clean and in order)

SCREEN OUTS
Minimum Qualifications: I have performed work under close direct supervision. I have experience that demonstrates the ability to operate trucks and trailers weighing up to 26000 pounds; properly loading and unloading various supplies and equipment. Knowledge and skilled in the operation and maintenance of heavy power equipment (power lawn mowers chain saws powered weed trimmers). Able to work safely with heavy tools (axes picks shovels saws etc.). Skilled in performing routine operator maintenance and adjusting the cutting height of power mower blades. Able to safely operate these vehicles/equipment in all types of traffic and weather conditions. I have experience performing operator maintenance on all vehicles/equipment operated (e.g. monitoring fluid levels checking tire pressure and blade replacement/sharpening). I have experience performing custodial/janitorial duties. My work is regularly check and evaluated for timelines and for following instructions.

Commercial Drivers License: Possess or are able to obtain Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) by entrance on duty.

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

ICTAP/CTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.