Water Systems Operator – AmeriCorps (On-Site)

Love The Oceans; Asheville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Professional development stipend

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Love The Oceans seeks a NPS Historic Preservation Training Center AmeriCorps member for the Blue Ridge Parkway. The role supports on-site water-system operations, maintenance, and learning opportunities with park operators, spanning plumbing, electrical skills, testing, and infrastructure support.

The 900-hour, 26-week term runs Jan 4, 2027 to Jul 2, 2027, with orientation, safety training, and project-based assignments geared toward developing hands-on maintenance expertise and public service

Qualifications

• US citizenship, national status, or lawful permanent resident.
• Be at least 18; veterans up to 35.
• High school diploma or equivalent per AmeriCorps eligibility.
• Agree to eligibility check and National Service Criminal History Check.
• Be flexible, team-oriented, positive, and eager to learn.
• Strong organizational, attention-to-detail, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform start-up procedures on park water systems and repair techniques.
• Maintain, operate, and repair water systems, valves, meters, and leaks.
• Conduct water testing, sampling, and dose-rate calculations.
• Address basic electrical and plumbing needs at water systems and historic sites.
• Shadow colleagues to learn other park operations and career paths.
• Assist supervisors with data collection, contract monitoring, and fleet inventory.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Love The Oceans seeks a NPS Historic Preservation Training Center AmeriCorps member for the Blue Ridge Parkway. The role supports on-site water-system operations, maintenance, and learning opportunities with park operators, spanning plumbing, electrical skills, testing, and infrastructure support.

The 900-hour, 26-week term runs Jan 4, 2027 to Jul 2, 2027, with orientation, safety training, and project-based assignments geared toward developing hands-on maintenance expertise and public service