This position located in Everglades National Park, in the Facility Management Division. This job announcement is open to receive applications from the first 100 applicants. The job announcement will remain open until either the quota of 100 applicants, or 09/10/2024 is reached. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration, even those that exceed the 100 applicant limit.

Duties

Performs carpentry repairs of limited difficulty to buildings and quarters. Constructs, installs, repairs and replaces such items as doors, shelves, supply racks, hardware, frame structures, windows, trim and cabinets. In performing this work the incumbent typically uses simple measuring devices such as tape measures and squares; and hand and power tools such as hammers, bars, handsaws, screw drivers, squares, skill saws, jig saws, routers, hand-belt sanders and drills. Performs painting of limited difficulty using brush and roller according to written work orders or verbal instructions on projects where appearances are not critical such as staining picnic tables and trash barrels. Assists higher-level employees by mixing and stirring paints, moving drop cloths and scaffolds, and cleaning walls in preparation for painting. Utilizes scarpers, sandpaper, steel wool, brushes, rollers, ladders, air and airless sprayers. Performs plumbing repairs of limited difficulty such as tightening or replacing in-kind fittings and fixtures which do not require custom fitting or solder joints; replaces faucet washers; unplugs drains using a plunger; replaces liquid petroleum gas bottles. Utilizes a variety of materials, tools, and equipment associated with the plumbing trade. Performs electrical tasks of limited difficulty such as replacing light switches and household light fixtures, changing light bulbs, and assisting electrician as needed. Utilizes hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, and wire cutters. Performs routine maintenance on campground sites and trails on land and waterways, using hand tools to re-grade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances. Cleans and services chemical toilets, restrooms, and other campground or visitor facilities, and also collects trash. Makes minor repairs as needed and refers more difficult repair problems to higher graded workers. Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments according to established procedures, and reports discrepancies and damage to others responsible for such items. This is a Career/Career-Conditional Full-time appointment.

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) Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of measuring instruments Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment Knowledge of materials 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 Everglades National Park 40001 SR 9336 Homestead, FL 33034 US
• Name: Katie Mavrin
• Email: [email protected]