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Maintenance Worker

National Park Service | Gettysburg, PA

Posted Date 12/04/2023
Description Performs simple and routine work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings and related utilities, requiring the use of
a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, cement work, painting, and other related trades.Performs simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, equipment and related utilities. Assists higher graded maintenance workers or tradesmen in the performance of their work. Performs minor carpentry repairs using simple measures and hand tools on such tasks as replacing broken planks on picnic tables; broken windows using precut stock; minor adjustments or replaces hinges, latches and catches. Performs minor painting using brush and roller according to specific instructions on projects where appearances are not critical such as staining picnic tables and trash barrels. Performs minor plumbing repairs such as tightening or replacing in-kind fittings and fixtures, which do not require custom fitting or solder joints; replaces faucet washers; unplugs drains using a plunger; replaces liquid petroleum gas bottles. Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments according to established procedures. Reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items. Performs routine maintenance on campground sites and trails using hand tools to re-grade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances. Collects trash. Operates a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from work sites while assisting on project work. Cleans and services chemical toilets, restrooms, and other campground or visitor facilities. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers problems to higher graded workers. Operates a forklift to load and unload supplies and light equipment not requiring special rigging.

Cut-off Dates: This is an open continuous announcement, in which applications are collected over several months, and have multiple cut-off dates. Applications will be considered throughout the open period of the announcement. **INITIAL CUT OFF IS Friday, December 15, 2023** Referral certificates will be issued when a hiring official exhausts current certificate and/or additional vacancies need to be filled.

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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area ($24.66-28.79/hr) Point of contact - Damion Green - 570-460-6724, damion_green@nps.gov
Flight 93 National Monument ($21.31-24.88/hr) Point of Contact - Patrick Sparks - 814-381-1909, patrick_sparks@nps.gov
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historical Site ($24.35-28.42/hr) Point of Contact - William Vondrasek - 410-962-4290 x301, william_vondrasek@nps.gov
Fort Necessity National Battlefield ($21.87-25.44/hr) Point of Contact - Jeff Orr - 724-610-8200, jeff_orr@nps.gov
Friendship Hill National Historic Site ($21.87-25.44/hr) Point of Contact - Jeff Orr - 724-610-8200, jeff_orr@nps.gov
Gettysburg National Military Park ($21.71-25.30/hr) Point of Contact - Randall Hill - 717-338-4474, randall_hill@nps.gov
Johnstown Flood National Monument ($21.31-24.88/hr) Point of Contact - James Neff - 814-381-4212, james_neff@nps.gov
New River Gorge National Park & Reserve ($20.54-23.97/hr) Point of Contact - Sonny Perry - 304-465-2616, sonny_erry@nps.gov
Petersburg National Battlefield ($21.53-2510/hr) Point of Contact - Richard Underwood - 804-731-0057, richard_underwood@nps.gov
Shenandoah National Park ($22.52-26.27/hr) Point of Contact - John Swartzlander - 540-999-3500 - john_swartlander@nps.gov
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River ($24.66-28.79/hr) Point of Contact; Jessica Weinman - 570-460-0615, jessica_weinman@nps.govTo qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
  • Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)
  • Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)
  • Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
  • Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.
  • Knowledge of materials
  • Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)
  • Use of Measuring Instruments


SCREEN OUT: Perform simple and routine work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, cement work, painting, and other related trades. Used simple measures and hand tools to replace broken planks on picnic tables; broken windows using precut stock; minor adjustments or replaces hinges, latches, and catches. Used a brush and roller on projects where appearances are not critical such as staining picnic tables and trash barrels. Tightened or replaced plumbing fittings and fixtures which do not require custom fitting or solder joints; replaced faucet washers; unplugged drains using a plunger; replaced liquid petroleum gas bottles. Performed routine maintenance on campground sites and trails using hand tools to re-grade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances. Operated a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from work sites. I have cleaned and serviced chemical toilets, restrooms, and other campground or visitor facilities. Operated a forklift to load and unload supplies and light equipment not requiring special rigging. Work has been under close supervision and I referred unusual problems to the supervisor or a higher graded employee.

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: 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.
Salary19.07 - 28.78 Hour

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