This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. Applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (est), 12/26/ 2025. For more information and cutoff dates, see Next Steps section in this announcement.
Have the ability to do the work of and Utility Systems Operator Helper without more than normal supervision. (Screen out). Work history demonstrates experience as an Utility Systems Operator Helper performing the following duties: collected water samples; conducted and recorded basic water sampling tests (ex. chlorine and turbidities); used basic water treatment equipment (ex. colorimeters and turbidity meters); monitored pumping equipment and gauges; performed routine maintenance on turbidity machines (ex. cleaning, lubricating, changing filters); worked safely with hazardous substances (including sodium hypochlorite), flammables (ex. propane, solvents, gasoline) and in the presence of disease-causing organisms; performed janitorial duties and routine maintenance on toilet facilities. Additional information on the specific qualification requirements for this position are found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations. It is available for review on OPM's web site at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118C/index.htm 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. ICTAP/CTAP: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001).
Yosemite National Park: 8 Vacancies The typical seasonal period is May to November but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May-June 2026 Salary Range: $20.97 - $24.49 per hour. For additional information regarding the open positions for this park, reach out to: Shawn Zumbrunnen, at shawn_zumbrunnen@nps.gov or 209-379-1250 The Pacific West Region is recruiting for TEMPORARY seasonal positions not to exceed 1039 hours work in a service year. Dates of employment will vary between sites depending on funding, weather conditions and visitation. Within regulatory limitations, the length of initial appointment may be shortened or extended depending on work availability and funding. The efficient operation of water treatment facilities and collection systems including lift stations, distribution systems, composting toilets, and comfort stations. Janitorial duties for composting toilets, comfort stations and remote toilet facilities; Routine maintenance operations on composting toilets, raking piles, adding bulking agent, removing trash, and removing composted end-product; Checks for proper operation of composting tank ventilation fans; Documents information on the daily log which includes pile temperature, liquid level, visitor count, bulking agent added and toilet paper added. Follows procedures preparing chlorine solutions from stock, obtaining daily chlorine residuals and turbidity measurements and recording results on water reports, collecting routine bacteriological samples and transporting them to the lab; Monitors gauges, meters and control panels of water treatment plants. Assists in performing routine maintenance to septic tanks, including mixing solids, inspecting solids, and assisting operator with sludge pumping. Physical Demands: Regularly lifts, carries and handles items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and carries items of up to 90 pounds, unassisted; may use mechanical equipment or seek assistance of other workers to handle very heavy items. Extreme effort is occasionally required in the operation of wrenches or other hand tools. There is frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, and stooping. Incumbent works in uncomfortable positions for extended periods. Frequently hikes over steep, mountainous terrain with a backpack. Incumbent may be required to hike up to 15 miles per day at elevations of up to 11,000 feet. Working Conditions: The incumbent services numerous widely separated facilities in remote locations. Could be exposed to noise from machinery and tools, rotating machinery, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil, fumes, and sewage. May be exposed to the possibility of burns, cuts, abrasions and infection. Works with and around stock animals. Incumbent usually works outside and occasionally indoors. Is subject to adverse weather conditions and may be required to work in temperatures from zero to 120 degrees F. and at elevations from sea level to 11,000 feet. Incumbent must follow prescribed safety practices and may be required to use various types of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as protective clothing, eye protection, hearing protection, hard hats, gloves, steel-toe shoes, and respirators.