Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)

U.S. Department of the Interior; Village of Kinderhook (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for seasonal maintenance positions. In this role, you will be responsible for the upkeep of park grounds and buildings, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for visitors. Your tasks will include general cleaning, ground maintenance, and custodial services, all while utilizing various trade practices. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the preservation of natural spaces while gaining valuable experience. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a knack for maintenance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform maintenance and repair work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment assembly and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repair of grounds and buildings.
• Ensure cleanliness and adequate supplies in public restrooms.

Skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Knowledge of equipment assembly and repair

Technical practices

Use of measuring instruments

Safe use and maintenance of tools

Knowledge of materials

Ability to interpret instructions and blueprints

Job description

The typical seasonal period for these positions is Apr/May through Oct/Nov but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April/May 2025.

This Open-Continuous announcement for temporary seasonal positions has been re-opened due to an exemption to the 2025 Civilian Hiring Freeze. If you previously applied to this announcement, you do not need to re-apply.

This is an open continuous announcement. Applicants will be referred throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions are filled or announcement reaches the closing date. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm (EST), January 15, 2025.

Duties

Performs simple and routine work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings and related utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices. Responsible for the general cleaning, ground maintenance, repairs to the grounds, buildings and structures of the parks and the efficient operation, maintenance, and care taking of buildings, structures and grounds serving public and domestic use throughout the park. Position also focuses on custodial services, including cleaning sinks, toilets, sweeping and mopping floors, and ensuring that there are adequate supplies of soap, towels, and toilet paper for public restrooms throughout the park, picnic areas, and/or campgrounds.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:

1. Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT)
2. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
3. Technical Practices.
4. Use of measuring instruments.
5. Ability to safely use and maintain tools and equipment.
6. Knowledge of materials.
7. Ability to interpret instructions and specifications including blueprints.

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. 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.

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.