Custodial Worker (Motor Vehicle Operating) (Seasonal)

National Park Service; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service in St. Louis, MO seeks a Seasonal Custodian (Motor Vehicle Operator) to perform general custodial and janitorial tasks, assist with grounds maintenance, and operate light-duty vehicles. The role may require lifting up to 50 pounds and working outdoors in varying weather.

The position supports park facilities and visitor areas. Open to the first 75 applicants or until Oct 1, 2026; duties include daily cleaning of park buildings and trails, snow removal during winter, and

Responsibilities

• General custodial and janitorial work
• Grounds-keeping
• Operate light duty motor vehicles
• Laboring duties
• Observe safety requirements when using tools and power tools
• Lift and move heavy objects up to 50 pounds
• Daily cleaning of visitor use areas, park buildings, trails, and picnic areas
• Snow removal from walkways and entrances
• Operation of motor vehicles to carry out duties

Job description

Open: September 25, 2026 — Closes: October 1, 2026

Summary

Open to the first 75 applicants or until 10/01/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Jefferson National Expansion Memorial is November - April, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: Nov 2026.

Major Duties

Primarily, the incumbent will perform general custodial and janitorial work, grounds-keeping, operate light duty motor vehicles, and laboring duties. May work alone or with a small crew. Uses hand tools and electrical equipment to perform minor maintenance. Some of the Custodial Worker (Motor Vehicle Operating) Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Observe all safety requirements when using custodial, hand tools, and power tools, including personal protective equipment. Lift and move heavy objects or materials weighing over 50 pounds that do not require special handling such as carrying garbage cans, loading trash trucks, and lifting and moving heavy furniture for sustained periods of time. Grounds maintenance such as blowing leaves and shoveling snow on walkways, trails, and parking areas. Removes snow from entranceways, glass entranceway roof, sidewalks, and steps, etc. Daily cleaning of visitor use areas such as grounds, trails, and picnic area, emptying trash and recycle bins, and litter pick-up. Daily cleaning of park buildings and structures. Operation of motor vehicles to carry out duties.