- Position Title
- Tree Woker
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1548-SR-25-12619789-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 16, 2024 to Monday, December 30, 2024
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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?
3.
As part of the official duties of this position, the incumbent is required to operate a Government vehicle. As such, applicants are required to have a valid State-issued Driver's License prior to the closing date of the job announcement.
Please note: 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.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
Please note: 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.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
Respond to the following questions. For each choose the response that best represents your experience and training. Mark only one response. Please note Applicants must have experience and or training of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties required. Applicants will be rated in accordance with their knowledge and skill in the job factors listed below.
1.
Ability to do the work of Tree Worker WG-5042-7 level without more than normal supervision (screen-out). From the descriptions below, please choose the best response to describe your ability to perform the Tree Faller work. You must document your experience in your resume.
For the questions below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. You must document your experience in your resume. Any skill that you indicate you have experience with in the following occupational questionnaire must be specifically included in a work/experience block on your resume or application.
Technical Practices
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Use tree felling cuts and specialized tools to fell trees with precision and accuracy in highly developed public areas to avoid damage to structures, utilities, and resources.
3.
Use ropes, blocks, cables and winches to perform tree rigging and removal.
4.
Tie knots, such as: the bowline, running bowline, clove hitch, overhand, and trucker's knot.
5.
Recognize tree species, defects, wood characteristics and hazards that may alter desired result.
Use of Measuring Instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Measure and record tree and log dimensions using standard tools such as range finder, clinometer, diameter tape, biltmore stick, log scales.
7.
Use appropriate cuts to maintain control while felling large trees.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Ability to follow oral and written directions from supervisor or other person in charge.
9.
Use manufacturer's manual to make minor adjustments to chainsaws and other gasoline operated equipment.
10.
Interpret specifications for wire rope cable capacities and limitations.
Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Operate and maintain gas powered chainsaws.
12.
Ability to operate and maintain gas powered stump grinder, brush chipper, portable winches.
13.
Ability to use manual hand saws, axes, pole saws and other cutting tools.
14.
Use tree felling wedges, cables, chokers and binders.
Knowledge of Materials
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Apply knowledge of safe work load limits of ropes, hardware and anchors, and the constraints of equipment used, to ensure work is performed safely.
16.
Select and use appropriate materials (cables, wedges, ropes, etc.) for safely felling trees and limbs.
17.
Properly use and store hazardous materials.
Dexterity and Safety
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Determine appropriate personal protective equipment for the task such as eye protection, ear plugs, hard hat, heavy duty leather boots and leg protection.
19.
Recognize the reactions of trees and limbs under stress (compression, tension) when cutting.
20.
Determine safest method to proceed with regard to personal safety, work area safety, and protection of surrounding area.