This position is located in a National Park Service Unit. The primary purpose of the position is to perform building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties. Incumbent utilizes journeyman knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts. All of the duties described by this position may not exist in each location, but that should not preclude use of this position.
To 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: Ability to do the work of a Maintenance Mechanic, WG-4749-09, without more than normal supervision. Experience must demonstrate independent performance of routine maintenance mechanic duties in at least two of the following trades: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry, or Roofing. Work includes performing repairs, installing components, troubleshooting routine issues, and selecting appropriate tools, materials, and methods in accordance with OSHA safety requirements, building codes, and accepted trade practices. 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. Physical Effort: 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.
This is an open continuous announcement. Applicants will be referred throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions are filled or announcement reaches the closing date. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (EST), December 29, 2025. Performs multi-trade maintenance, repair, construction, and preventive maintenance work across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and roofing in support of historic and contemporary structures. Installs, maintains, and repairs building components such as plumbing fixtures, piping, valves, electrical fixtures, switches, receptacles, and lighting systems. Performs carpentry tasks such as constructing, repairing, modifying, installing, or replacing structural components, rough and finish carpentry elements, doors, windows, trim, and flooring. Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, work orders, technical manuals, and building codes to plan, layout, and complete assigned work. Performs work in accordance with OSHA safety standards, building codes, NPS preservation standards, and established trade practices while protecting cultural resources and ensuring safe operation of building systems. AREA INFORMATION: Gettysburg National Military Park (GETT) consists of more than 6,000 acres and preserves, protects and interprets for this and future generations the resources associated with the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, during the American Civil War, the Soldiers' National Cemetery, and their commemorations. Learn more at: http://www.nps.gov/gett.