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Open: August 21, 2026 — Closes: September 3, 2026
Summary
You will serve as a Maintenance Worker for the Facilities Maintenance Division with Joshua Tree National Park. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Major Duties
At the full performance level (WG-05) the major duties you will perform include, but are not limited to the following: Performs simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, equipment, and related utilities. Assists higher graded maintenance workers or tradesmen in the performance of their work. Performs minor carpentry repairs using simple measures and hand tools on such tasks as replacing broken planks on picnic tables, broken windows using precut stock, minor adjustments or replaces hinges, latches, and catches. Performs minor plumbing repairs such as tightening or replacing in-kind fittings and fixtures which do not require custom fitting or solder joints, replaces faucet washers, unplugs drains using a plunger, and replaces liquid petroleum gas bottles. Receives, unloads, and processes incoming shipments according to established procedures. Reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items. Performs routine maintenance on campground sites and trails using hand tools to regrade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances and collects trash. Operates a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from work sites while assisting on project work. Cleans and services chemical toilets, restrooms, campgrounds, and visitor facilities. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers to problems to higher graded workers. Operates a forklift to load and unload supplies and light equipment not requiring special rigging.
