The season can vary due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Not to Exceed: 1039 Hours. Open to first 50 applicants or until 04/15/2024 whichever is first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day receive consideration. For first federal Government (Civil Service) appointment, you are entitled to lowest step of the grade for which selected. Salary range does not entitle one to higher rate of pay. For info about area/duties, contact: [email protected].

Duties

Performs simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, equipment and related utilities. Performs minor painting using brush and roller according to specific instructions on projects where appearances are not critical such as staining picnic tables and trash barrels. Assists higher graded maintenance workers or tradesmen in the performance of their work. 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 re-grade and reset barriers to restore, 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, and other campground or visitor facilities. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers problems to higher graded. Physical Demands: Works from ladders, scaffolds and platforms and where surfaces to be coated, or the parts of systems worked on are hard to reach that require incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside where dirt, spray, and fumes are present. Also required to work in inclement weather and/or wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable.

Requirements

Qualifications

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 Herbert Hoover National Historic Site PO Box 607 110 Parkside Drive West Branch, IA 52358 US
• Name: Abigail Minnick
• Email: [email protected]