A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. The typical seasonal period is May-October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2026.
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) Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator 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. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT): experience operating motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of more than 26,000 pounds and up to 32,000 pounds for hauling, dumping and stock piling materials; routes are prescribed; loads are loaded and secured before transporting; perform light maintenance on all vehicles operated (e.g., monitoring fluid levels, checking tire pressures). 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.
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), February 5, 2026. Operates gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles with gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 lbs. or more. May also operate pickups, stake and dump trucks. Responsible for loading and unloading vehicles seeing that cargo is enclosed while enroute to destination. Uses equipment such as front end loader, loader/backhoe, or fork lift to load truck. Must be able to operate vehicle on narrow, winding roads in campgrounds and through narrow streets in town with heavy visitor traffic. Assists with maintenance and repair of equipment, and leads work of lower graded employees at times. Operates small equipment and hand tools such as chain saws, chipper, backpack blowers, shovels and rakes. Performs general maintenance work such as repairing picnic tables, erecting signs, repairing fence, cutting vegetation, or cleaning ditch.