- Position Title
- Maintenance Worker (Trails)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1544-OZAR-24-12190694-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 27, 2023 to Monday, December 18, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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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.
- 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 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.
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:
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.
- 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
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1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your experience meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for the Maintenance Worker (Trails), WG-07 position. You must show that you meet the experience described below. Read all responses before making your selection. If you leave the question blank, you will be rated ineligible. Any skill that you indicate you have experience within the Occupational Questionnaire must be specifically documented in your resume. (NOTE: Your application must show that you have worked on TRAILS!)
For each task listed below, select the statement from A through E that best describes your level of experience, education, and/or training. Select only one letter for each task. If you select more than one response or leave any question blank, your score will be negatively impacted. ATTENTION: For each question below, you must document your skill level in your resume. This means, for example, that if you rate yourself at the journeyman level (E) for a skill or task, you must document when you have supervised or trained others doing that skill or task. If you rate yourself at the independent level (D), you must show that you did the task as a regular and recurring part of a job. Your score may be lowered for any skills which are not documented.
A- I know little or nothing about this task.
B- I have received training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job, but my work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, and have done it independently, under normal supervision.
E- I am consulted by others in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Complete trail surface maintenance by adding, grading, and compacting surface material (gravel,
3.
Collect and properly dispose of potentially hazardous garbage from public use facilities.
4.
Mix concrete or mortar in accordance with specifications.
5.
Repair water leaks, faucets, valves, lines, and tanks.
6.
Build trails and ramps in accordance with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines.
7.
Install and repair damaged walkways, ramps, steps, and curbs.
8.
Repair damaged causeways or retaining walls to finished appearance by structural and finish masonry techniques.
9.
Cut and finish stone for use in finish masonry work such as retaining walls and steppingstones.
10.
Adapt work plans to changing conditions; i.e., weather, crew strength, unexpected problems with tools or projects or other unforeseen circumstances.
11.
Construct small foot bridges over creeks or gullies.
12.
Utilize proper drainage techniques (cribbing, water diversion bars, drain piping, etc.) to re-route drainage water flow from trails.
13.
Install steppingstones in creek crossings.
14.
Cut and finish stone for use in finish masonry work such as retaining walls and steppingstones.
15.
Use proper techniques to lift and carry heavy objects.
16.
Follow all safety work practices in performing maintenance worker duties.
17.
Take action to eliminate safety hazards.
18.
Construct boardwalks and foot bridges on trails.
19.
Build trails and ramps in accordance with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines.
20.
Repair and rehabilitates roads and parking lots using asphalt, cold patch and various types of aggregate.
21.
Measure area, volume, and specific lengths.
22.
Convert measurements and quantities.
23.
Estimate and measure materials and supplies needed to accomplish projects.
24.
Follow verbal instructions from supervisor.
25.
Relay Supervisors instruction to other crew members.
26.
Provide oral instructions to other employees.
27.
Follow written instructions to perform task.
28.
Follow manufacturer's instructions for use of power tools.
29.
Follow safety manuals on operation of tools and equipment.
30.
Operate pick-up truck on private, public, and rough service roads.
31.
Operate ATV / UTV (All-Terrain Vehicle/ Utility Type Vehicle) with trailer attachment.
32.
Operate a vehicle with Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) greater than 26,000.
33.
Operate a small trail tractor (Bobcat) to load, spread, and rough grade trail surface material.
34.
Attach, secure, and hitch equipment or machinery for transport.
35.
Use a chain saw to fall, buck, notch, and shape logs.
36.
Trim and clear brush using axes, hatchets, chainsaws, and hand saws.
37.
Trim trees and shrubs using power trimmer and chain saw.
38.
Use hand and power tools associated with carpentry repairs such as table saws, miter saws, drill presses, air actuated equipment and glass cutters.
39.
Operate jackhammer to remove rock from trail surfaces.
40.
Use simple hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, shears, rakes, and shovels.
41.
Perform care and maintenance of tools and equipment.
42.
Inspect equipment and vehicles on a regular, recurring basis to assure safe working conditions.
43.
Order materials for minor concrete and masonry work.
44.
Order materials for minor miscellaneous tasks.