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Position Title
Laborer (MVO) Open Continuous
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1617-FIIS-21-11472867-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, April 25, 2022 to Monday, August 22, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
(limit characters)
3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
 
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience for a Laborer(Motor Vehicle Operating), WG-3502-05 position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications you will be considered ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position. (SCREEN OUT)YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Ability to follow instructions to assemble Items.
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3. Remove weeds from flower beds and ornamental gardens without damaging flowers and plants.
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4. Empty trash barrels, replace plastic liners and disposal of trash properly while maintaining the appearance of
public areas.
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5. Perform required duties while maintaining a clean and neat work area.
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6. Maintain uniform in a neat, clean and serviceable condition as per uniform standards.
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7. Read and understand work orders, sketches, and verbal directives to complete work assignments.
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8. Read and follow written instructions on the safe use of cleaning chemicals and other hazardous materials to
ensure no accidents or spills occur.
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9. Read and follow written instructions on the safe use and maintenance of power tools and equipment.
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10. Follow written work schedules and plans to ensure work is performed correctly and in a timely fashion.
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11. Ability to follow instructions to safely operate equipment.
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12. Cut/Mow areas of lawn or turf to specified height using push or riding mowers.
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13. Perform basic maintenance on lawn mowers and weed wackers (e.g. adding fuel, cleaning and lubricating parts,
changing tires or other parts, and tightening screws, bolts and connections).
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14. Safely drive and operate light duty motor vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds ( e.g. pickup trucks, panel
trucks, flatbed trucks, etc.) to safely transport personnel, materials or equipment to work sites.
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15. Perform minor operator maintenance on light duty motor vehicles (e.g. checking manufacturer stated fluid
levels, cleaning vehicles, changing air filters, changing wiper blades, replenishing fluid levels, cleaning and
lubricating parts).
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16. Operate and maintain gas and electric power tools such as edgers, hedge trimmers, weed wackers and blowers
while performing routine grounds maintenance duties.
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17. Ability to drive a truck weighing up 10,000 pounds over narrow, twisting roads.
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18. Use common personal personal safety protective equipment including ear protective devices, safety glasses, hand protection and head protection.
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19. Use handcarts, dollies, hydraulic hand trucks when moving, loading and unloading materials and supplies.
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20. Properly use and store toxic cleaning supplies in accordance with labeling instructions and procedures.
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21. Operate push and riding lawn mowers safely on uneven terrain without damaging property or people.
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22. On a daily basis lift and move objects weighing over 50 pounds, and in some cases carry 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance.
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23. Use protective devices on all power equipment including blade guards, covers and other manufacturer safe guards.
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24. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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NOTICE: As requested by Executive Order 14043: Executive Order on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees, the Federal workforce is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.) subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected for this position, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to submit documentation of vaccination by November 22, 2021, or before your official start date, if after November 22, 2021. The Department of the Interior will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed, as part of the onboarding experience (tentative offer for employment), and information on how you can request a legal exception from this requirement. (limit characters)