Seasonal Park Vehicle Operator - Outdoor Work

National Park Service; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Park Service is hiring for seasonal Motor Vehicle Operator positions across multiple parks including Yosemite, Kings Canyon, Sequoia, and Great Basin. Work involves outdoor duties, driving on public roads, and routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

The typical season is May through November, with duties varying by position and weather conditions. Anticipated entry on duty is April–May 2027.

Qualifications

• No substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor vehicles to transport personnel, supplies, materials, and equipment to assigned locations.
• Perform laboring, grounds, road, trail, and basic facility maintenance using hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment.
• Load, arrange, transport, and unload cargo and materials using appropriate handling and securing methods.
• Drive on public roads at highway speeds under varying traffic, road, and weather conditions to safely transport passengers, cargo, materials, and equipment.

Skills

Motor vehicle operation

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Tool handling

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

The National Park Service is hiring for seasonal Motor Vehicle Operator positions across multiple parks including Yosemite, Kings Canyon, Sequoia, and Great Basin. Work involves outdoor duties, driving on public roads, and routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

The typical season is May through November, with duties varying by position and weather conditions. Anticipated entry on duty is April–May 2027.