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 entry-on-duty period is May but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: beginning of May 2024.

Duties

Typical duties of this position include daily janitorial duties, ensuring park visitor centers and public areas are open and ready to greet park visitors. Incumbent will conduct grounds maintenance by operating riding and push mowers and using various other pieces of equipment. Equipment incumbent operates and performs maintenance on varies from push mowers, snow blowers or chainsaws to skid steer and a 65-horsepower tractor. Incumbent will be responsible for snow removal using shovels, walk behind blowers and tractor/skid steer with blades or blower. Work includes maintaining three miles of hiking trails and conducting tree work. Makes repairs to buildings and other park features such as fence repair: tasks include replacing or repairing building hardware, painting, plumbing, conducting minor electrical work, minor carpentry to welding. Supports park's education and interpretive programs by assisting with set up of stage, tents, and chairs. Work will include working some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Emergency snow removal work may include weekends, evenings, and holidays. Incumbent must be able to use computers for work such as sending and receiving electronic correspondence (e-mails), completing weekly work entries into Facility Management Software System (FMSS) automated data maintenance program, and completing inventories and reports on supplies and materials used. Physical Demands: The work performed requires the exertion of very heavy physical effort in operating large riding mowers; or lawn and garden tractors on grades and in areas with bushes, trees, and other visible obstacles that require significant maneuvering and lever control. The work involves lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds, and in some cases, carrying 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance. Working Conditions: Outside work is usually performed under all kinds of weather conditions. Indoor work is often accomplished in office buildings or in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas such as warehouses, loading docks, or trade shops. Frequently exposed to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise, dust, and dirt and the possibility of bruises, muscle strains, cuts and scrapes. The equipment, tools, and tasks involved frequently require extreme care and use of safety gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, or respirators to avoid severe injuries.

Requirements

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) Driver's License Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order) Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. Dexterity and Safety Operation of Motor Vehicles 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. 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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Contacts

• Address Homestead National Historical Park 8523 West State Hwy 4 Beatrice, NE 68310 US
• Name: Central HR Central Team
• Phone: 402-661-1562
• Email: [email protected]