Seasonal Backcountry Packer — Load & Gear Master

National Park Service; Marblemount (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Park Service in Washington state seeks a seasonal Animal Packer WG-08 to support backcountry packing operations Apr–Oct. Duties include assembling cargo, packing on horses/mules, and loading varied supplies in all weather. Expect several weeks in primitive backcountry locations and sensitive PPE use.

Incumbent must handle loads up to 150 lbs with teamwork and safe techniques. Open to current Federal Wage System candidates; two openings available.

Qualifications

• There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist backcountry packing operations and cargo handling.
• Assemble and package cargo for loading onto animals.
• Load diverse supplies by hand, maintaining balance and securement.
• Ride horseback and move loads over uneven terrain.
• Follow PPE guidelines and work in varied weather conditions.

Skills

Physical stamina

Horseback handling

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Job description

The National Park Service in Washington state seeks a seasonal Animal Packer WG-08 to support backcountry packing operations Apr–Oct. Duties include assembling cargo, packing on horses/mules, and loading varied supplies in all weather. Expect several weeks in primitive backcountry locations and sensitive PPE use.

Incumbent must handle loads up to 150 lbs with teamwork and safe techniques. Open to current Federal Wage System candidates; two openings available.