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Summary Temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours in a service year may be terminated sooner depending on management needs. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April/May - October/November but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April/May 2024 Responsibilities Performs simple and routine work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings and related utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices. Responsible for the general cleaning, ground maintenance, repairs to the grounds, buildings and structures of the parks and the efficient operation, maintenance, and care taking of buildings, structures and grounds serving public and domestic use throughout the park. Position also focuses on custodial services, including cleaning sinks, toilets, sweeping and mopping floors, and ensuring that there are adequate supplies of soap, towels, and toilet paper for a public restrooms throughout the park, picnic areas, and/or camp grounds. Park Information/Location/Salary Rate Per Hour: Acadia National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Bar Harbor, ME and Winter Harbor, ME - $20.89-$24.36 Cape Cod National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Wellfleet, MA - $23.49-$27.41 Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Patten, ME - $20.89-$24.36 Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Woodstock, VT - $21.82-$25.46 Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Cornish, NH $21.82-$25.46 Salem Maritime National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Salem, MA - $23.49-$27.41 Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) - Saugus, MA - $23.49-$27.41 Requirements 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 driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's 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 driver's 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 weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. 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. Park Housing may be available in some locations. Qualifications All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. 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 or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (EST), January 19, 2024. For WG: Applicants must be physically fit and, as required in Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Handbook X-118C, must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the elements listed in Section 25 of the Online Occupational Questionnaire to perform the duties of the position at the level for which they are applying. A specific length of time and experience is not required; however, you must be able to demonstrate the rough experience shown in your written application, that you possess sufficient knowledge, skill and ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Examples of experience for this position include: general cleaning, ground maintenance, maintenance and repairs to the grounds (carpentry, plumbing, painting, etc), buildings and structures. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. You must meet level 2 on the screen out factor/element and an average of level 2 on all factors/elements. 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) 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. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. Technical Practices. Use of measuring instruments. Ability to safely use and maintain tools and equipment. Knowledge of materials. Ability to interpret instructions and specifications including blueprints. 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. 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. 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. 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:/Working Conditions: The incumbent lifts and carries moderately heavy tools and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally heavier items up to 50 pounds. Various assignments involve walking (sometimes in sand), lifting, pushing, climbing, bending, kneeling and crouching. Light physical effort is required in coordinating hand, feet and legs to operate controls of vehicles. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Temperature and humidity vary. Work environment contains dust, splinters, fumes, grease and solvents. Operates vehicles in heavy traffic and over rough terrain. Occasionally exposed to possibility of serious injury. The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.