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Open: October 27, 2026 — Closes: November 2, 2026
Summary
You will serve as a Maintenance Worker with the National Park Service. This position is located in the Division of Facility Management at Padre Island National Seashore. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 1-2 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. WG-05 Salary: $25.83 per hour (Step 01) to $30.11 per hour (Step 5). First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Major Duties
Some of 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. Operates a light truck to pick up and transport materials. Performs janitorial duties on Park public use and administrative facilities. Provides routine maintenance on park facilities including, minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work. Assists higher grade maintenance employees in the performance of maintenance tasks. Safely and effectively uses hand power tools required for the job and has the ability to maintain these tools properly Cleans and services chemical toilets, restrooms, and other campground or visitor facilities. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers problems to higher graded workers. Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments according to established procedures. Reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items.
