This career seasonal position is located in Mount Rainier National Park, in the Division of Maintenance. A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day, 03/18/2024, will receive consideration.

Duties

Major Duties Replaces solenoids, relays, control modules, water pumps, fuel injectors, spark plugs, brake shoes, wheel bearings, ball joints, steering linkages, mufflers, radiator caps, engine gaskets, a variety of belts and hoses, tires, and complete assemblies such as removing old engines and replacing them with new engines. Adjusts brakes, transmission linkages, gear lash and bearing end play, engine idle, voltage and current control valves, sensing valves, expansion valves, and pressure regulator valves. Cleans or replaces filters, screens, battery cables and clamps, engine components, and heating and cooling devices. May assist with, or prepare, monthly reports, requisitions for supplies and parts, job reports and vehicle labor and parts forms. Prepares reports using the computer using such programs as Word, Excel, and the FMSS programs. Performs vehicle and equipment operation checks in order to determine safety deficiencies or service requirements of all park vehicles and equipment. Career-Seasonal positions are subject to release and recall procedures. A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment, but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis. As such, selectee is estimated be in a non-pay/non-duty status from mid-November until late-November. Physical Demands: The incumbent is required to make repairs which often require them to work in tiring, awkward, and uncomfortable positions, and the work performed frequently involves standing for long periods of time, bending, stooping, crawling under vehicles, and making repairs in other tight spaces. The incumbent frequently lifts, handles, and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds), and occasionally moves moderately heavy items weighing up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds) with assistance or with mechanical devices. Working Conditions: Work is usually performed inside on concrete surfaces where there is exposure to drafts, noise, and fumes from vehicles. Occasionally the work may be performed outside under adverse weather conditions. The incumbent is continually exposed to dirt, dust, and grease, and to the potential for burns, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts, and strains. To reduce the dangers and irritations from these conditions, the incumbent follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as safety shoes and glasses, and respirators. Mount Rainier National Park is located approximately 2 hours southeast of Seattle, near Ashford and Elbe. Both are very small rural communities with some housing available for rent or purchase, convenience stores, gas, church, and an elementary school (K-6). Eatonville (32 miles from Longmire) and Morton are both larger rural communities of several thousand people and have a wider variety of services; kindergarten through high school, licensed childcare, doctor, dentist, banks, grocery stores, pharmacy, movie theater, etc. as well as availability of housing for rent or purchase. Complete shopping, hospitals, and post- high school education options are available in Puyallup or Tacoma, approximately 60 miles. Outdoor recreational opportunities include hiking, climbing, skiing, birding, canoeing and kayaking, biking, and fishing. The climate is considered moderate at lower elevations, but is frequently overcast and rainy. At Longmire, substantial snowfall is common from November-May. Summers are normally sunny with daytime temperatures ranging from the low 70's to low 80's and low humidity. Please visit find a park for additional park information.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: 1.) Ability to do the work without normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Must have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks as an automotive mechanic working independently in a full-service shop, responsible for providing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting / diagnosis, and providing reliable repairs for a variety of motorized equipment such as fleet vehicles which require gasoline, diesel, electric, and hybrid sedans, vans, 4x4 pickups, SUV's, engineering equipment including dump trucks, backhoes, and loaders; generators with 12 volt DC/120 AC electrical. I have a valid state drivers license. 2.) Knowledge of Equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. 3.) Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 4.) Use of Measuring Instruments 5.) Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) 6.) Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. 7.) Trouble Shooting 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. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating, and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment, you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. Also, you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code, Title 18, section 1001). }

Education

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

Contacts

• Address Mount Rainier National Park 55210 238th Avenue East Ashford, WA 98304 US
• Name: Daniel Garner
• Email: [email protected]