Motor Vehicle Operator (Seasonal)

National Park Service; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Park Service is seeking Motor Vehicle Operator positions at several parks (Yosemite NP, Great Basin NP, Kings Canyon NP, Sequoia NP). These roles involve operating vehicles, loading and unloading cargo, and performing routine inspections under varying weather and terrain. The work is outdoors with physical duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Positions are seasonal, for WG-04 and WG-05 levels, with potential bargaining-unit coverage. Anticipated entry on duty is spring 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience operating motor vehicles and related equipment.
• Ability to perform physical labor including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor vehicles to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment.
• Load, transport, and unload cargo and materials using appropriate handling methods.

Job description

Open: October 19, 2026 — Closes: October 26, 2026

Summary

The typical season is May through November but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Some positions filled may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April - May 2027

Major Duties

The duty stations for the parks are: Yosemite NP, CA (WG-05 only) Great Basin NP, NV (WG-04 only) Kings Canyon NP, CA (WG-5 only) Sequoia NP, CA (WG-5 only) Some of the Motor Vehicle Operator Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Perform laboring, grounds, road, trail, and basic facility maintenance using hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment. Perform routine operator inspections and maintenance on assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment. Load, arrange, transport, and unload cargo and materials using appropriate handling and securing methods. Operate motor vehicles to transport personnel, supplies, materials, tools, and equipment to assigned locations. Additional Duties for the WG-05: Operate motor vehicles on public roads at highway speeds under varying traffic, road, and weather conditions to safely transport passengers, cargo, materials, and equipment. WG-4: Physical Effort: Light physical effort is required to operate the vehicles controls. Moderate effort is exerted in the frequent handling of objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and the occasional handling of heavier objects while loading cargo, with the assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment. Other collateral duties may include more strenuous activities. Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to work outside and is exposed to extreme hot and cold temperatures. Operates vehicles in all types of weather in a controlled traffic environment. Drivers are exposed to dirt and fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving or from falling objects when loading and unloading the vehicle. WG-5: Physical Effort- Moderate physical effort may be required in making couplings between the vehicle and towed equipment. Considerable physical effort may be required to change tires and make limited emergency repairs. Required to frequently lift items weighing over 50 pounds. Work may involve climbing of ladders, scaffolding, and working in and around power tools and equipment. Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to work outside and is exposed to extreme hot and cold temperatures. Operates vehicles in all types of traffic and weather on public roads and is exposed to dirt and fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while driving or from falling objects when loading and unloading the vehicle.