Summary A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Responsibilities These positions are temporary and may not exceed 1039 hours (six months) in a service year. They may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. These positions are located in the Maintenance Division. The parks and duty stations hiring for these positions are below, as is each park's anticipated seasonal period. The typical seasonal period may vary during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April/May 2025. Denali National Park and Preserve (Denali Park, Toklat and Denali County (Wonder Lake), AK): April - September Applicants that apply to and are selected for Denali County will be duty stationed at Wonder Lake, AK Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve (Copper Center, AK): May - September Positions may not be filled at every duty station. Selectees may be moved between duty stations within park boundaries. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Primary duties include but are not limited to design, planning, construction, rehabilitation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of a wide variety of structures and utility systems. Provides technical advice and leadership to co-workers. Leads work crews involved in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, painting, heating and utility system trades work. Performs inspections and collects information. Determines best work practices and materials to complete assignments efficiently in compliance with codes, regulations, and NPS goals. Reads and interprets blueprints, code books, State and Federal Regulations and other technical information. Operates a variety of vehicles, machinery, and equipment. Conducts safety training sessions and performs Job Hazard Analysis. Provides oversight of facilities and work processes to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. Identifies and orders materials using a government credit card. Uses a government computer and computer programs such as Facility Management Software System (FMSS), Project Management Information System (PMIS), DOI Talent and Microsoft Office, including MS Word, MS Excel and the Internet. Government housing may be available at Denali Park and Copper Center. It is available at Toklat and Denali County (Wonder Lake). Physical Demands: Physical effort is heavy to moderate and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions. Working Conditions: Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90+ degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment, paints, solvents, etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks and biting insects. Please visit find a park for additional park information. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males. Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. 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. You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle. You may be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. For positions at Denali National Park and Preserve, you may be required to obtain a water and wastewater treatment operators certificate after you enter on duty. Occupancy in government quarters is required at Toklat and Denali County (Wonder Lake), AK. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 5 nights per month. You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of a Maintenance Mechanic, WG-4749-09 without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT) Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation repair, etc. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of measuring instruments Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Knowledge of materials In addition, detailed experience must be demonstrated in your resume in a variety of the following trades: Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting, Masonry, Water Treatment Plant Operations, Roofing, Electrical, Air Conditioning, Cement Work, Utilities Systems Repair, Engineering Equipment Operation, or other related trades. (SCREEN OUT) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail. the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. All travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected employee(s). Alaska currently does not have a state income tax. Salary subject to annual review and adjustment. The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position may be suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster with prior supervisory approval. Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non-competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of Temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly, non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402[b][7]), based on series and grade, anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS). If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1040 hours during that period, you are still welcome to apply. However, please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1039 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility. The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1039 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1039 hours, unless granted an exception by OPM. Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels, project needs, employee performance, or other considerations. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR 575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another.