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This position serves as a Maintenance Worker within George Washington Carver National Monument. The primary purpose of this position is to perform recurring maintenance to park buildings, roads, trails, and utilities, utilizing knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts.
09/17/2024 to 09/30/2024
$23.42 - $27.33 per hour
WG 8
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
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MW-1543-GWCA-24-12526767
809670200
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
All US Citizens
Maintenance and repair of buildings/structures, trails, and grounds using a variety of trade skills including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and masonry. Use and care of a broad range of hand and power tools to perform trades work. Operation and maintenance of park vehicles, farm-type tractors (up to 75 H.P.) with attachments, UTVs, riding mowers, and equipment. Perform landscaping and grounds duties such as: mowing; trimming; removal of leaves, limbs, trash, or other debris; shoveling snow from sidewalks and roads; pruning trees and shrubs; repairing trails, bridges, and boardwalks; maintaining flower and planting beds; and using pesticides to control pests. Loads and unloads supplies and carries heavy items to work sites. Moves office furniture, equipment, tents, and supplies by hand or with various moving devices (e.g., dollies and/or hand trucks). Sets up tents and chairs for special events. May occasionally perform custodial duties cleaning offices, public areas, restrooms, maintenance shops, etc.
Area Information
No Government Housing
George Washington Carver National Monument is located in southwestern Missouri just outside of Diamond and about 10 miles from Joplin. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 degrees with periods of intermittent freezing. All professional, community and educational services are available within the commuting area. Public transportation is not readily available in the immediate Diamond area.
For more information on the position or area you may contact Chris Reed at chris_reed@nps.gov
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This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Physical Effort: Work assignments typically require moderately heavy physical effort to lift, carry, or otherwise handle items typically weighing up to 50 pounds. Work requires physical efforts in frequent movement of arms and legs, lifting and moving objects unassisted, operating power tools, and sitting on tractor/lawn mower for long periods of time. Work also requires extensive walking, standing, bending, lifting above head, climbing ladders or scaffolding, and working in awkward positions.
Working Conditions: This position is exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90+ degrees). The incumbent is subject to the danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. The incumbent is exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. The incumbent may work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment; paints, solvents, etc., and may be exposed to electrical shocks, and biting insects.
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The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2024:
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2024.You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation.
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Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
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The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2024:
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2024.You must provide documentation to support your claim for each eligibility selected. Please review the required documentation listed in the eligibilities language to ensure you submit the appropriate information. Note: You will only be marked eligible for those eligibilities that you selected and provided the appropriate supporting documentation.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/809670200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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