Summary This is an open continuous vacancy announcement; applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled, the announcement reaches the closing date stated in the announcement. The first cut-off date is 15-DECEMBER-2023. These vacancies are Temporary Seasonal positions Not to Exceed: 1039 Hours in a service year. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is APRIL / MAY 2024. Responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: Operates a wide variety of construction and engineering equipment and is responsible for carrying out assigned work on road and grounds maintenance and construction projects essential to the Park's mission and daily operations of the park(s). Perform a variety of work that involves the operation of gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment at the journeyman level. Types of equipment/machinery used, but not limited to, includes graders, loaders, backhoes, excavators, rollers, bulldozers, dump trucks, skid steers, forklifts, all terrain load handlers, articulating boom mowers, snowplows, and blowers. Safely load and unload equipment onto flatbed and lowboy type trailers, and transport equipment to and from work sites. Equipment is operated to maintain park roads and shoulders, pull offs, parking areas, trails, campgrounds, boat launches, perform vegetation and snow removal, pull ditch lines, and in support of other park divisions to include rehab of old roads and industrial sites. Operate equipment in all weather conditions, in confined areas close to buildings, on narrow gravel and paved roads adjacent to steep drop offs with minimal guard rails, and over uneven terrain. Preventative maintenance on trucks and heavy equipment in compliance with manufacturer's specifications, complete simple repairs, minor repairs, and adjustments to equipment to include replacing chains, belts, cables and lubricating and adjusting attachments to maintain optimal operating conditions. Familiarity with handling and proper safety procedures encountered in operations to include understanding and using SDS (Safety Data Sheets), along with proper personal protective equipment (PPE) usage. Make routine and emergency repairs at all park facilities as required. Participate in weekly safety meetings and bi-annual park-wide safety days. Adhere to all required park safety rules and OSHA standards. Maintain safety checks on division vehicles. May perform other duties (in the event of park needs) such as janitorial cleaning, trash pickup, grounds-keeping, digging, raking, sweeping, and assisting in transporting camp/work supplies and construction materials. Requirements 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 TEST: You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE: You must possess and maintain a current Class (A) Commercial Driver's 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. WORK SCHEDULE: You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Occupancy of government quarters may be required. MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: 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. A pre-employment physical is required. 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). OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICHELS. WORK PRACTICES (INCLUDES KEEPING THINGS NEAT, CLEAN, AND IN ORDER). ABILITY TO INTERPRET INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS, ETC. (RELATED TO MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATION). ABILITY TO OPERATE SAFELY (NON-MOTOR VEHICLE). RELIABILITY AND DEPENDABILITY AS AN ENGINEERING EQUIPOMENT OPERATOR. If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In 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. CTAP/ICTAP: 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. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP or 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001). Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information 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 316.402[b][7]), 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: Heavy physical effort is required in constantly reaching, bending, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to handle different sets of controls to operate the equipment and attachments. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds and often puts forth similar effort when pushing, pulling, turning and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment and tools. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works both inside and outside with the majority of work being performed outside. When working outside, worker is frequently exposed to inclement weather. Incumbent works in rain, mud, snow, and in hot/cold temperatures. The operator is frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, fumes, oils, solvents and cold and dampness. Worker is frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, abrasions, bruises and strains while servicing and operating equipment. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective hearing devices and hard hats. TELEWORK: The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are not suitable for telework.