Maintenance Position July 2021

Temporary Recruitment Bulletin

Hiring Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service
Who May Apply: Local Communities, U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. with or without Federal status, may apply and be considered.
Position Title: Maintenance Worker
Series/Grade: WG-4749-05
Open Period: 07/15/2021 to 07/16/2021
Duty Location: Joshua Tree National Park
Salary: $20.14 per hour
Work Schedule: Full Time
For More Information:
Name: Elena Juarez
Email address: [e-mail]
Phone#: [phone]

Duration of Appointment: This is a temporary excepted service position not-to-exceed 1 year but may be extended up to 2 years.

Travel Required: NO

Relocation: No, relocation expenses will not be paid.

Additional Bureau and Park Information: Learn more about what it's like to work at National Park Service, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/index.htm/.The park(s) for this job opportunity announcement are listed by location. For more information on the park(s) for this announcement, select the following link: Joshua Tree National Park, Twenty-nine Palms, CA

Maintenance Worker Major Duties:

• Asist higher grade maintenance worker in performance of their work.

• Does routine maintenance and repair on grounds, buildings, and equipment.

• Does minor carpentry and painting.

• Repair minor plumbing such unclogging lines and toilets.

• Operates vehicles and equipment, bobcat loaders, forklifts and trailers, and other equipment to load and unload materials and/or other general maintenance.

• Cleans visitor center, entrance stations, campgrounds, and day use area.

• Safely use proper chemicals to clean toilets and disinfect restrooms chemical restrooms, and visitor facilities.

• Remove litter and recyclables from park grounds.

• Control weeds and brush around picnic tables and restrooms, sweep walks and clean fire rings.

Key Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.

• Males must meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement.

• You will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.

• 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/or shift work.

• Valid State drivers license

Receive TWINRIX Combined Hepatitis A and B Vaccinations to perform the duties of cleaning & servicing toilets. Park will cover cost of vaccinations.

Evaluations: Applicants will not be rated or ranked. All applicants that meet the basic eligibility and minimum qualification requirements of the position will be referred to the selecting official in preference eligible order.

Qualifications: All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement (unless otherwise stated in this bulletin).Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro- rate the amount qualified specialized experience.

Quality Ranking Factors: Knowledge of simple and common trade practices.Ability to make simple measurements using tape measure and squareAbility to use simple hand tools such as hammer, screw drivers, brush and roller, wrench electric drill/saw in a safe and acceptable manner.Ability to operate light vehicles and equipment such as pick up and forklift. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sectors. The OPM Qualification Standards Handbook is available for review at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications

Additional Bulletin Information:

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Works from ladders, scaffolds and platforms and where surfaces to coated, or the parts of systems worked on are hard to reach that require incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds.

• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed inside and outside where dirt, spray and fumes are present. Also required to work in inclement weather and /or wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable

• This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.

Benefits:
A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

• Federal Employees Health Benefits

• Federal Long-Term Care Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required Documents:
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on July 16, 2021:

1. Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.

2. Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:

   • Veterans Preference Documentation:

     • If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.

     • If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.

     • If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.

3. Documentation that you meet Selective Factors.

4. College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.

Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.

How to Apply:
To receive consideration, you must meet the minimum qualifications requirements for this position and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section via email to [e-mail]. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on July 16, 2021.

• Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
• The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.