Sign Painter: Seasonal Sign Making & Maintenance

US National Park Service; Vinton (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The US National Park Service is seeking a seasonal sign maker helper to assist the maintenance mechanic leader with sign maintenance and sign manufacturing. You will gain hands-on experience in creating and repairing park signage, learning materials handling, and basic fabrication tasks.

This seasonal role typically runs March through November, with anticipated entry on duty in March–April 2027; the vacancy is open to the first 100 applicants.

Qualifications

• Qualification requirements emphasize the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
• Must meet the job-related factors with adequate knowledge and ability; description should be detailed in the resume and response.

Responsibilities

• Assist the maintenance mechanic leader (sign maker) and learn sign making duties.
• Perform sign maintenance and sign manufacturing tasks as directed.

Skills

Screen-out ability

Instruction interpretation

Use of tools and equipment

Dexterity & safety

Materials knowledge

Construction practices

Technical practices

Job description

The US National Park Service is seeking a seasonal sign maker helper to assist the maintenance mechanic leader with sign maintenance and sign manufacturing. You will gain hands-on experience in creating and repairing park signage, learning materials handling, and basic fabrication tasks.

This seasonal role typically runs March through November, with anticipated entry on duty in March–April 2027; the vacancy is open to the first 100 applicants.