Maintenance Mechanic (Signs) (Seasonal)

National Park Service; Mineral (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service in California is seeking a journeyman craftsman to maintain and restore historic buildings and facilities within a defined May–October season, with potential variation for weather and funding.

The role involves masonry, carpentry, painting, and structural stabilization, heavy physical work, and exposure to outdoor conditions; entry on duty May 2027 with closing date 11/16/2026; open to first 30 applicants.

Qualifications

• There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Responsibilities

• Works as a journeyman, constructs, alters, modifies and repairs a wide range of features in buildings, quarters, backcountry structures and other facilities.
• Corrects and maintains historic building features and fixtures and finishes products with precise dimensions and acceptable appearance.
• Performs maintenance, repair, restoration, and stabilization of cultural resources. Builds stone masonry walls to duplicate or match original masonry.
• Paints, decorates, and refinishes a variety of interior and exterior surfaces of offices and buildings, family dwellings, other structures, finishing, and equipment.

Job description

The typical defined season is not to exceed 6 months between May - October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 2027. Open to the first 30 applicants or until 11/16/2026, whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Works as a journeyman, constructs, alters, modifies and/or repairs a wide range of features in buildings, quarters, backcountry structures and other facilities. Corrects and maintains historic building features and fixtures and is able to finish products with precise, accurate dimensions and acceptable appearance.

Performs maintenance, repair, restoration, and stabilization of cultural resources. Builds stone masonry walls to duplicate or match original masonry. Removes portions of standing walls and stabilizes remaining historic fabric by capping, veneering and mortaring. Performs painting duties with little oversight and/or review of work during progress or upon completion.

Paints, decorates, and refinishes a variety of interior and exterior surfaces of offices and buildings, family dwellings, other structures, finishing, and equipment. Completes all painting, varnishing, etc. functions to include marbling, graining, speckling, tinting and toning of paint, and matching existing colors.

Physical Demands: Physical effort is heavy to moderate, and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions. Work Environment: Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90+ degrees).

Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment; paints, solvents, etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks, and biting insects.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Park Service, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $30.97 - $36.04/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.