Maintenance Worker

National Park Service; Nicodemus (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service is inviting applications for a WG-4749-07 Maintenance Worker position at Nicodemus National Historic Site in Nicodemus, Kansas. This permanent, full-time, year-round role requires performing recurring building and/or utility maintenance and supporting journeymen across several trades in an outdoor historic setting.

Applicants should be prepared for heavy to moderate physical work, lifting up to 50 pounds, alternating exposure to seasonal weather, and working near ladders,

Job description

Open: August 10, 2026 — Closes: August 24, 2026

Summary

This WG-4749-07 Maintenance Worker position will be duty-stationed at Nicodemus National Historic Site in Nicodemus, Kansas. This is a permanent, full-time, year-round position.

Major Duties

Maintenance Workers are part of the Facility Maintenance Division. The primary purpose of these positions is to perform recurring building and/or utility maintenance and operation duties and to assist journeymen and other higher-graded maintenance workers. Incumbents utilize knowledge and skills in several trades and crafts. MAJOR DUTIES: Carpentry Painting Plumbing Masonry Custodial / Laborer Motor Vehicle / Forklift Operator Physical Effort: 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. Working Conditions: 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.