Motor Vehicle Operator (Animal Packer) (Seasonal)

US National Park Service; California; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

US National Park Service seeks a Tractor Operator for full-time temporary work in rugged backcountry conditions. This position requires camping at high altitude, long hikes, and carrying gear; a current Class A Commercial Driver's License is required prior to entry on duty.

Work is seasonal, with potential extension depending on needs and funding. You will operate and maintain motorized equipment, follow safety protocols, and perform tasks with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the work with normal supervision (screen out).
• Possess a current Class A Commercial Driver's License prior to entry on duty.
• Selectively must be able to camp and hike at high altitude for extended periods.

Connaissances

Safety screening

Vehicle operation

Work practices

Interpret instructions

Safe driving

Safe operation

Tractor operator

Description du poste

These are full time temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours (about 6 months) in a service year. Positions may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. Individuals selected under this vacancy announcement are eligible for rehire in subsequent service years.

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is May to September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April to May, 2027

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/26/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

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. Operation of Motor Vehicles
3. Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order)
4. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
5. Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
6. Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
7. Reliability and Dependability as a Tractor Operator

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.

SELECTIVE FACTOR: This position requires regular and recurring work and camping in rugged mountainous backcountry above 7,000 ft elevation for extended periods of time. Selectees must be able to hike by foot in the backcountry at high altitude for extended periods of time while carrying backpacks, tools and supplies of at least 50 lbs, and be able to camp for several days at a time. This experience must clearly be stated in your resume or other application documents, or you may be found ineligible.

You must possess and maintain a current Class A Commercial Driver's License prior to entry on duty. Please be sure to state this in your resume.

Additional information on the specific qualification requirements for this position are found in the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations. It is available for review on OPM's web site at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118C/index.htm

ICTAP/CTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.

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.