This position is located in Wolf Trap for the Performing arts Park. The incumbent will loads, unloads, moves, and stacks material such as heavy boxes and heavy items by hand, hand trucks, or dollies. Opens crates and boxes using crowbars and cuts bands using shears. Places items where directed. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April-December but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2026
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: You must have the ability to do the work of a Laborer, WG 3502-02, without more than normal supervision. (Screen Out) Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order). Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (other than blueprints). Ability to Use and Maintain tools and Equipment. Dexterity and Safety. 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. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies". Experience listed as full-time will be credited at 40 hours per week. 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.
The major duties of the LABORER WG-3502-02 position include, but are not limited to, the following: Incumbent performs tasks that require very heavy physical effort and the use of common hand tools. Perform manual tasks such as moving, loading, stacking, arranging, collecting and cleaning. Utilize safety practices and procedures while following established safety rules.