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Open: May 6, 2026 — Closes: May 19, 2026
Summary
This position is located in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, in the Facility Management Division. 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.
Major Duties
Major Duties: Knowledge of water/wastewater treatment systems; repair of chlorine injection systems, lagoon collection systems, lift stations, distribution systems, and leach fields, fire hydrants, and booster pumps Perform troubleshooting, repair, and install wide varieties of components of plumbing systems Perform troubleshooting, repair, and install wide varieties of components of electrical systems with voltage below 480 volts Perform troubleshooting, repair, and install a variety of components related to historic carpentry such as replacement of countertops, wall finishes, and bathroom finishes and fixtures Perform troubleshooting and repair on general structures and construction fabrics Area Information: Carlsbad Caverns National Park is located 27 miles from the city of Carlsbad in southeastern New Mexico. The Park, at an elevation of 4,400 feet, has a semi-arid climate with hot summers, mild winters, abundant sunshine, low humidity, and approximately 10 inches of rainfall per year. Carlsbad (population over 34,000) has all amenities and services including medical and dental facilities, motels, banks, restaurants, churches, grocery stores, department stores, and several recreation facilities. Schools include K-12 and Southeast New Mexico College (formerly New Mexico State University - Carlsbad Campus). Other services can be found in Albuquerque (280 miles), El Paso, Texas (170 miles), Lubbock, Texas (180 miles), or Midland/Odessa, Texas (150 miles). Recreation opportunities are plentiful with Guadalupe Mountains National Park located 50 miles from the city of Carlsbad, two state parks (Brantley Lake and Living Desert Zoo), and the Lincoln National Forest within an hour's drive. Note: A government van pool provides service between Carlsbad, NM and Carlsbad Caverns National Park for staff on the core shift.
