The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April through October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2024

Duties

Use chainsaws to fall trees of moderate difficulty and complexity with accuracy in developed and non developed areas. Recognize tree species, defects, wood characteristics and environmental hazards that may alter desired felling results. Works in potentially hazardous conditions while being exposed to inclement weather, steep terrain and associated risks related to forest timber industry. Install and utilize rigging equipment while under direct supervision and communication with supervisor or designated leader. Operate various types of equipment used in field operations such as skid steer loaders, brush chippers, stump grinders, power saws, portable winches and tree jacks. Operate aerial platform controls to aid in tree hazard reduction. Drive medium duty trucks to transport crew and equipment to and from work sites. Operate vehicles while towing trailers. Perform minor maintenance on all equipment and tools. Provide for public safety, protects property and surrounding environment to minimize resource impact. Air Quality: Poor air quality afflicts Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, especially during summer months - generally May to October. High ozone levels may be the most harmful pollutant here. In summer months, concentrations often exceed the federal ozone health standards. For more information: http://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/nature/airqualityinfo.htm Physical Demands: Heavy physical effort is required in bending, lifting, carrying and utilizing equipment. Frequently lifts and loads limbs and other tree parts weighing 50 pounds. Occasionally, with assistance, lifts and loads objects weighing from 60 pounds to over 100 pounds. Working Conditions: The incumbent will be working outdoors in extreme temperatures varying from +100 to near 10 F, and at elevations ranging from 1000 feet to 7,000 feet. Work may be in heavy rain, falling snow, and frigid conditions. Incumbent is frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, fumes, oils, solvents and cold and dampness. Incumbent is frequently exposed to serious injury associated with tree felling. May be required to work during adverse conditions and during emergency situations such as strong winds, rockslides, snow and rainstorms, floods and wildfires.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Have the ability to do the work of Tree Worker without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT). Work history must demonstrate experience in the following Tree Worker duties: Operate different types and sizes of chainsaws in felling trees. Fell trees of various sizes in non-developed areas. Determine the appropriate method/process to fell trees, taking into consideration tree species, defects, wood characteristics and environmental hazards that may alter desired felling results. Determine and apply the appropriate specialized tools to fell trees in desired direction. Use ropes and cables to perform tree rigging and removal. Operate skid steer loaders, brush chippers, stump grinder and portable winches. Additional information on the specific qualification requirements for this position are found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations. It is available for review on OPM's web site at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5000 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. ICTAP/CTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special prior­ity selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.

Education

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

Contacts

• Address Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks 47050 Generals Highway Three Rivers, CA 93271 US
• Name: Daniel Garner
• Email: [email protected]