- Position Title
- Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NE-1611-SAGA-25-12623103-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 16, 2024 to Friday, May 16, 2025
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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?
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
1.
From the descriptions below (A through E), select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Maintenance Worker WG-4749-07 position. Read all 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 not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. (Screen Out)
TECHNICAL PRACTICES (THEORETICAL, PRECISE, AND ARTISTIC)
Carpentry
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Construct, install, repair, and replace items such as doors, shelves, supply racks, hardware.
3.
Replace defective siding, steps, windowsills, and thresholds.
Painting
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Paint various types of structures such as interior and exterior metal, wood and masonry surfaces, and a variety of wooden trim and new and old cabinets.
5.
Apply premixed paints or stains to masonry, gypsum board or wood surfaces using brushes or rollers.
Plumbing
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Repair and/or replace faucets, toilets, valves and troubleshoot minor plumbing problems such as change washers, clean traps, unplug sewage lines and tighten fixtures.
7.
Replace hose bibs, valves, nipples, unions and elbows, fixtures, toilets, flush valves, faucets, and various types of pipe and copper lines.
Roofing
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Stop leaks in historic and other buildings using materials which retain the original appearance without undue change in type of original construction.
9.
Make roofing repairs by removing all or part of roofing material and rebuilding to the point where leak proof covering, and good drainage is obtained.
Electrical
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Perform electrical tasks involving making repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, and insulating defective wiring and fixtures.
11.
Replace light bulbs and basic electrical fixtures.
Cement Finishing
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Mix and pour concrete/asphalt to repair or replace damaged portions of concrete walks and/or steps.
13.
Builds and sets forms on projects that involve setting forms in straight lines.
Masonry
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Perform masonry work such as maintain, repair, construct, and/or stabilize historic sites built of stone, mortar, or adobe and/or contemporary buildings, features or structures.
15.
Remove damaged portions of walls or other similar architectural features in preparation for repair work.
Wastewater Plant Operator
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Monitor wastewater equipment and gauges, take samples, and add and adjust the rate of chemicals to be added.
17.
Collect samples to determine the amount of solids to be removed.
Water Plant Operator
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Monitor water plant pumping equipment; regulate the amount of water coming in from one or more sources;
19.
Read and record meters, gauges and charts to prepare reports.
Custodial/Laborer
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Performs custodial duties of cleaning buildings, offices and comfort.
21.
Carries heavy items to work sites, i.e., rolls of barbed wire, fence posts, stays, etc.
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.
22.
Make independent judgments and decisions within the framework of instructions, accepted practices, and procedures.
23.
Follow and carry out assignments in accordance with established oral or written directions or established policies and practices.
24.
Use mathematics to calculate and measure items.
25.
Read and understand work orders and sketches.
26.
Assemble appropriate tools, gear, and equipment necessary to complete daily work projects.
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.
27.
Use and maintain tools and equipment associated with the carpentry trade such as hammers, bars, handsaws, screw drivers, squares, skill saws, jig saws, routers, hand-held belt sanders and drills.
28.
Use and maintain tools and equipment associated with the painting trade such as scrapers, sandpaper, steel wool, brushes, rollers, ladders, air, and airless sprayers.
29.
Use and maintain hand and equipment associated with the plumbing trade such as torches, pipe threading machines, benders, augers, snakes, and air equipment.
30.
Use and maintain tools and equipment associated with roofing work such as brooms, scrapers, ladders, square shovels, trowels, knives, and spreaders.
31.
Use and maintain tools and equipment associated with the electrical trade such as screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, strippers, drills, and soldering irons.
32.
Use and maintain tools and equipment associated with cement finishing such as mixers, wheelbarrows, levels, saws, rakes, shovels, tampers.
KNOWLEDGE OF EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION REPAIR, ETC
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
33.
Use and maintain tools and equipment associated with masonry trade such as trowels, hammers, chisels, and crowbars.
34.
Use and operate a variety of light equipment including power wheelbarrows, concrete buggies, skid steer, forklifts, and stake-side dump trucks.
35.
Operate motor vehicles such cars and pickups to transport tools, materials and equipment.
36.
Operate a forklift to load and unload supplies.
37.
Operate a bobcat with attachments to move dirt, grading work, snow removal, etc.
38.
Perform normal operator maintenance on equipment such as greasing fittings, replacing belts, cleaning filters, changing oil, lubrication, adding fluids, or changing tires.
KNOWLEDGE OF MATERALS
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
39.
Select and use carpentry material such as dimensional lumber, plywood, composition shingles, drywall, nails, fasteners, door and window hardware, exterior siding, etc.
40.
Select and use painting material such as paint thinner, paints, varnish, stains, sealers, fillers, sandpaper, drywall texture, joint compound, etc.
41.
Select and use plumbing material such as pipe, tape, fittings, connectors, solder, flux, etc.
42.
Select and use materials related to carpentry, painting, plumbing, roofing, electrical, cement finishing and masonry trades.
43.
Select proper chemicals for wastewater operation and use those products following proper safety precautions to ensure personal health and environmental protection.
USE OF MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
44.
Select and use electrical material such as light switches, receptacles, cover plates, fuses, breakers, light fixtures, exhaust fans, electrical wiring, electrical panels, light ballasts, lamping, wire nuts, etc.
45.
Select the proper type of concrete, additives, colors, and quantities.
46.
Please take this opportunity to review your ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability. Failure to agree to this statement will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.