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Position Title
Maintenance Worker (B&U/Sanitation) (Seasonal)
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
NE-1612-SHEN-25-12640511-OC Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 to Friday, May 2, 2025
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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.
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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.
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Ability to do the Work of the Position Without More than Normal Supervision (limit characters)
1. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: From the descriptions below, please select the statement that best describes the highest level of experience that you possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of a Maintenance Worker, WG-4749-05 without more than normal supervision. Select only one letter. Your experience must be documented in your resume/application, if not, your score may be lowered or you may be found not qualified.
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Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) (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. Prepare surfaces for painting (i.e., scraping, sanding, and brushing).
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3. Collect trash and debris from campgrounds, facilities and other common areas.
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4. Measure and cut lumber/materials for making carpentry repairs.
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5. Clean public restrooms, including scrubbing toilets and sinks, wiping windows, disinfecting surfaces, sweeping, and mopping floors.
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6. Unplug drains using a plunger or snake.
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Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
7. Install, replace and/or repair broken planks on picnic tables, boards on boardwalk.
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8. Install, replace and/or repair broken window frames, panes, screens, doors, door hinges, latches, drywall/sheet rock, etc.
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9. Replace and/or repair faucets, washers, faucet stems, valves, sinks.
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10. Replace and/or repair tail pieces, seats, commodes, urinals, etc.
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11. Clean, sanitize and restock chemical toilets, public restrooms and other visitor facilities.
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Use of Measuring Instruments (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
12. Use liquid measuring devices for mixing fuels and oils, paints, and cleaning solvents in correct proportions.
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13. Use tape measures, squares, levels, chalk lines, etc. to measure, mark and cut a variety of materials for maintenance and building projects.
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14. Load/unload and secure cargo of vehicles and trailers by hand and with mechanical aids.
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15. Use handheld radios to communicate crew status, location, and welfare.
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Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
16. Read and follow manufacturer maintenance and repair manuals to take care of power tools, equipment, and chemicals.
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17. Use mathematics to calculate and measure materials/lumber, chemical solvents, etc.
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18. Read and understand simple blueprints and sketches to complete work assignments.
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19. Understand and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions from a supervisor and articulate information (project goals, standards, and expectations) to crewmembers.
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20. Document observations involving resource deterioration and future maintenance needs
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Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
21. Use and maintain hand and power tools associated with carpentry repairs such as table saws, miter saws, drill presses, air tools, glass cutters, hammers, and squares.
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22. Use and maintain hand and power tools associated with painting and wall repairs such as drills, mixers, sprayers, rollers, brushes, and drywall tools.
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23. Operate light trucks to pick up supplies and transport material.
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24. Operate tractors, skid steer, and forklift with implements and attachments.
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Knowledge of Materials (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
25. Use proper painting materials such as paint thinner, paints, varnish, stains, caulking, sealers, sandpaper, drywall texture, or drywall mud for appropriate surfaces such as metal and wood and to ensure personal health and environmental protection.
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26. Safely handle and dispose of hazardous products such as chemical cleaners, battery acids and glycol mixes.
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27. Select the proper tools and materials to make plumbing repairs.
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28. Select proper masonry materials and tools for projects.
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29. Safely replace liquid propane gas bottles.
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30. 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.
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