The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Delaware Water Gap NRA (DEWA), is Apr-Dec, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated entry on duty is April 2025 Not to Exceed 12/21/2025.
This position is located in a National Park Unit. The primary purpose of the position is to serve as a Maintenance Worker (Trails) for the unit.
Overview
Duties
Major Duties:
- Works under a trail's maintenance leader or other higher-graded position.
- The position is primarily engaged in assisting in the maintenance and construction of graded and paved trails, trail drainage, trail bridges, and guard rails.
- Assists in the installation, repair and replacement of water diversion bars, cribbing and retainer walls.
- Removes windfalls, rockslides, surface outcroppings and debris from trails. Builds up tread surfaces in eroded areas. Installs steppingstones at creek crossings where bridges cannot be constructed.
- Safely and effectively, uses hand power tools required for the job and has the ability to maintain these tools properly.
- May perform other duties such as routine painting, carpentry, janitorial, cleaning, trash pickup, grounds keeping, digging, raking, or sweeping.
- Assisting in transporting camp and work supplies and construction materials.
- Removal of snow and ice from trails and roads.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
- Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
- Driver's License: You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required.
- Uniform: You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
- Probationary Period: If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
- Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old or at least 16 years old and meet certain conditions.
- Housing is Available.
Qualifications
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).
Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
Additional information
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Physical Demands: Heavy physical exertion is frequently required in bending, lifting, and using hand and power tools in trail work.
Working Conditions: Incumbent must have the ability to live and work effectively in isolated backcountry areas in close contact with small numbers of people.
How to Apply
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
Agency contact information
Patricia Amatul-Majeed
Phone: 904-676-1378
Email: patricia_amatul-majeed@nps.gov
