Seasonal Automotive Technician – Vehicle Systems & Repairs

National Park Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service at Gateway National Recreation Area seeks an Automotive Worker for seasonal duties. The position covers maintenance and repair of park vehicles and requires keeping the shop area neat and safe. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is October - March, but can vary due to weather, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: November 2026. Work involves operation of shop tasks, documentation, and ensuring compliance with park rules.

Responsibilities

• Replaces solenoids, relays, control modules, water pumps, fuel injectors, spark plugs, brake pads/shoes, wheel bearings/hubs, ball joints, control arms, steering linkages, exhaust components, cooling system components, engine components, belts, hoses, tires, and complete assemblies such as engines, transmissions, transfer cases, transaxles and rearends.
• Services and checks air conditioning systems, including purging and recharging systems, flushing radiators and replacing anti-freeze solutions, and aligning cars and trucks by adjusting caster, camber and toe.
• May assist with, or prepare monthly reports, requisitions for supplies and parts, job reports and vehicle labor and parts forms.
• Responsible for neatness and organization of work area and assigned tools; parts control and inventory, immediate cleanup of any spills or other concerns that may present a hazard to shop personnel or others. Must be able to obtain and maintain license, certificates, and any applicable endorsements as required by the Park.

Job description

National Park Service at Gateway National Recreation Area seeks an Automotive Worker for seasonal duties. The position covers maintenance and repair of park vehicles and requires keeping the shop area neat and safe. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is October - March, but can vary due to weather, project needs, or funding.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: November 2026. Work involves operation of shop tasks, documentation, and ensuring compliance with park rules.