Motor Vehicle Operator (Seasonal)

National Park Service; Baker (NV); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service in the United States seeks qualified drivers to operate a range of heavy vehicles including trucks and semis with large GVWR. A valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License with Air Brakes is required by the closing date.

The role includes vehicle maintenance, loading/unloading, and occasional trail work. The position is seasonal/long-term with an anticipated start between March and May 2027 and a pay range of $27.07–$34.93 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a current Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License, with Air Brakes endorsement by the closing date.
• Experience operating heavy-duty vehicles with GVWR over 32,000 pounds.
• Ability to drive on highways, winding roads, and steep grades.

Responsibilities

• Independently operates motor vehicles including trucks with GVWR over 32,000 pounds.
• Operates vehicles on interstate highways, winding roads, and steep grades; selects safe routes.
• Performs operator maintenance and keeps vehicle service records.
• Assists with loading/unloading, vehicle washing, and minor repairs.
• Repairs roadsides and trails as needed.

Skills

CDL Class B with Air Brakes

Job description

• Schedule: Work schedule is dependent on the position.

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is March through October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March to May2027 Must possess and maintain a current Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License, with Air Brakes endorsement by the closing date of this announcement

Key Responsibilities

The parks covered under this announcement are: Great Basin NP, NV Mount Rainier NP, WA Lake Roosevelt NRA, WA Independently operates motor vehicles including straight-in-line trucks which typically have an approximate GVWR of more the 32,000 pounds, or truck tractors with semi-trailers or full trailers. Vehicles operated may include snow plow trucks, platform trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks, or trash removal trucks.

Vehicles are operated on interstate highways, winding roads, and steep grades. Manipulate dual braking system to prevent the semi-trailer or trailer from jackknifing. Maneuver vehicles within close tolerances when driving and backing over uneven ground and in narrow or congested areas, and between buildings and other vehicles. Select the safest, most direct, and legally allowed route to be followed, and identifies alternative routes if emergency situations arise.

Perform operator maintenance on all vehicles operated including fluid levels, lights, brakes and operational procedures, greasing moving parts, changing oil, fuel and air filters, cleaning and washing vehicles, and minor repairs. Maintain records of vehicle service.

Additional duties include: washing vehicles and equipment; cleaning curb gutters with push hand brooms, wheelbarrows, shovels, and rakes; loading and unloading supplies by hand or with forklifts or loader; operating chain saw to remove debris; repairing road shoulders and gutter ditches by placing materials by hand; repairing trails by erecting signs and numbers; and cutting grass by hand, or by use of a riding mower.

You must possess and maintain a current Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License, with Air Brakes endorsement by the closing date of this announcement.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) 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 $27.07 – $34.93/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-26.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Work schedule is dependent on the position. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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