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. Open to the first 50 applicants or until 12/09/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Duties

This position performs the following duties: Inspects, installs, overhauls, repairs and adjusts all components associated with heavy, light equipment and vehicles. Rebuilds and modifies chassis and framework of heavy duty and construction equipment. Performs all maintenance on rotary snow blowers with interconnected engines, snow plows, and sanders with pre wet systems. Uses a wide variety of test equipment associated with new generation gas and diesel power units to trace/diagnose malfunctions and determine appropriate repairs needed. Evaluates cost of repairing equipment vs the cost of contracting the repair, arranging transportation for all contracted repairs as well as tracking the status of the repair. Performs MIG, TIG, and Arc welding of mild steel, aluminum and stainless steel. Performs snow removal operations on an intermittent and/or reoccurring scheduled work plan to include various shifts and days throughout the year. Physical Demands: Frequently lifts and carries objects of about 20 to 100 pounds. Frequently must stand, stop, stretch, bend, and work in tiring positions. Must be able to work in severe weather conditions. Work Environment: Works indoors when possible, however field repairs comprise a major portion of incumbent duties. Incumbent is exposed to drafts, fumes and loud noises. Must stand and lie on hard and sometimes cold and damp floors. Subject to soiling from dirt, grease, oil, and battery acids and is subject to possible cuts, bruises, burns, strains, and high winds at below freezing temperatures. Area Information: Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway in northwestern Wyoming preserve a spectacular landscape. The park encompasses the Teton Range and broad valley of Jackson Hole. Majestic peaks, wild canyons, piedmont lakes, forests, sagebrush meadows and the Snake River combine into one of the most scenic settings anywhere in North America. With 333,000 combined acres, the parks are at the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the most biologically diverse regions of the world. Additionally, the park includes a wide array of cultural resources, including 318 historic structures, two national historic landmarks and over 300 archeological sites. Grand Teton is one of the most visited national parks in the country. This position is located in Colter Bay, WY. Services are available in the nearby town of Jackson, a small, recreation focused community of 10,000 year-round residents. The town caters to four million tourists every summer, has an excellent hospital, well-respected school system, grocery stores, restaurants, and seasonal festivals. Outdoor activities abound including hiking, camping, backpacking, horseback riding, boating, biking, fishing, skiing, and mountaineering. Summer temperatures range between 65 - 80 degrees. Winter temperatures range from 30 degrees to below zero with heavy snow.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Applicants must show in their application package that they have the ability to do all of the following: identifying the type and extent of repair needed on and have experience performing repairs on heavy trucks, equipment, and automotive vehicles in a full-service auto shop; repairing spark plugs; replacing water hoses; installing water pumps; replacing brake pads; replacing accessory belts; changing the oil on gas and diesel engines. In addition, applicants must possess a current Class B Commercial Driver's license or higher with air brake and tanker endorsement and provide proof of licensure in application 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 Grand Teton National Park PO Drawer 170 Moose, WY 83012-0710 US
• Name: Shawn Lipinski
• Phone: 307-922-1017
• Email: [email protected]