Maintenance Worker Leader (Seasonal)
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Job Location:
Thurmont, MD - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 31 - 37
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This position is located in a National Park Service Unit. This position is a working leader assigned responsibility for building and utility maintenance work.
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is March-September but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions project needs or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March
The major duties of the Maintenance Worker Leader (seasonal) position include but are not limited to the following:
- Performs as a working leader
- Demonstrates proper work methods and works along with subordinates to set the workplace
- Checks work-in progress and completed work to determine/ensure supervisors instructions are being followed and deadlines are met. Reports progress issues and delays to supervisor.
- Performs carpentry repairs and construction of new and existing structures or items such as building storage shelves dry wall repair of roofs doors and windows stairs and decks.
- Operates hydraulic and gear driven diesel and gasoline power dump trucks forklifts end loaders/backhoe and bobcats with attachments.
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 Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
- 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.
- 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 will be considered emergency/essential personnel.
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
- Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) 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.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
- Ability to lead or supervise (SCREEN OUT)
- Knowledge of equipment assembly installation repair etc.
- Technical Practices (theoretical precise artistic)
- Use of measuring equipment
- Ability to interpret instructions specifications etc. (includes blueprints reading)
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Knowledge of materials
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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
Additional information
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 announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: 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 (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402b7) based on series and grade anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS).
If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1040 hours during that period you are still welcome to apply. However please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1040 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility.
The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1040 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1040 hours unless granted an exception by OPM.
Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels project needs employee performance or other considerations.
Physical Demands: Works from ladders scaffolds and platforms. Where surfaces are to be coated or the parts of systems worked on are hard to reach requiring incumbent to stand stoop bend kneel climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds.Working Conditions: The work is done inside and outside where dirt spray fumes is present. Also required to work in extreme weather conditions and/or wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable. Frequently exposed to the potential risk of broken bones shock burns cuts and bruises.
The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are NOT suitable for telework.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Key Skills
- Computer
- Freelance
- ICWA
- General Maintenance
- Fire Fighting
