Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal)

National Park Service; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service seeks a Seasonal Engineering Equipment Operator to support park maintenance and project work across the Cuyahoga Valley region. You will operate graders, bulldozers, loaders, excavators and compactors under supervision, and must meet safety and DOT requirements.

Typical entry period is March to September with variations by weather and funding. Candidates should be prepared for strenuous physical work, outdoor conditions, and remote locations, and must communicate clearly

Qualifications

• Experience operating multiple heavy equipment types (graders, bulldozers, loaders, excavators/backhoes, compactors).
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and blueprints.
• Willingness to perform heavy physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to excavate, backfill, grade or level earth for roads and other projects.
• Maintain equipment in good working order and follow safety practices.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and communicate with crew and supervisors.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Job description

You will serve as a Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal). The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Cuyahoga Valley National Park is March - September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - July 2027.

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/26/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Operates multiple types of heavy engineering equipment including, but not limited to: graders, bulldozers, loaders, excavators/backhoes and compactors. I have performed journeyman level work operating engineering equipment on steep, rough or unstable terrain to excavate, backfill, grade or level earth, including roads, to exact specifications.

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) Operation of Motor Vehicles Ability to Drive Safely - Motor Vehicles Dexterity and Safety Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprints reading). 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. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. 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. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

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.

Physical Effort: Heavy physical effort is required in constantly reaching, bending, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to handle different sets of controls to operate the equipment and attachments. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the incumbent is frequently required to work in awkward or strained positions. The incumbent may be frequently required to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds and put forth similar effort when pushing, pulling, turning, and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment, and tools.

Working Conditions: This position is required to perform work both inside and outside with most of the work performed outside. When working outside, the incumbent is frequently exposed to inclement weather. The incumbent works in rain, mud, snow, and in hot/cold temperatures and is frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from noise, vibration, dust, dirt, fumes, exhaust, oils, heat, cold, and dampness. The incumbent is exposed to the potential of injury due to the possibility of the equipment overturning, and may also be subject to receiving cuts, abrasions, bruises, and strains. While operating equipment, the incumbent is required to follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as protective hearing devices and hard hats.