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Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal)

National Park Service

Job Location:

Baker, OR - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 25 - 25

Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 5 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

Likely Entry On Duty: October- December 2026

Open to the first 200 applicants.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the 07/31/2026 to be considered.

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Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:

Operate heavy gasoline or diesel-powered engineering equipment.
Operate equipment on mountainous or steep terrain to excavate backfill grade or level earth to rough specifications on projects.
Operate a boom for placing pipe hydrants and other large objects in utility and road maintenance operations throughout the park unit.
Load secure and drive equipment to and from project sites.
Perform pre-trip safety inspections on engineering equipment.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

U.S. Citizenship required.
Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
Males must meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement.
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
Occupancy of government quarters may be required.
Government housing may be available but is not guaranteed.
- Use find a park to contact specific parks for more information on government housing.
You may be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
You may be required to work on-call evenings weekends holidays overtime and/or shift work.
You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists) you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued drivers license that is current and has not been revoked suspended canceled or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of their valid State issued drivers license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation and again every year or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly selectee may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities) and at your own expense all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid drivers licenses whether current or past possessed by selectee. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State drivers license.
You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to addition this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
You must possess and maintain a current Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License. You MUST provide documentation that you possess this license at the time you apply.
Death Valley National Park: Requires a Class B CDL with a Tank Endorsement

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-07/31/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

WG-8
To qualify for this position you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:

Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
Operation of Motor Vehicles
Work Practices (including keeping things neat clean and in order)
Reliability and Dependability
Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
Ability to Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)

WG-9

Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
Ability to Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (Related to Mobile Equipment Operation)
Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles)
Reliability and Dependability as a Engineer Equipment Operator
Operation of Motor Vehicles
Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat Clean and in Order)

WG-010 grade level

Ability To Do The Work Of The Engineering Equipment Operator WGWithout More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out)
Operation of Motor Vehicles
Work Practices (includes keeping things neat clean and in order)
Ability To Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
Reliability and Dependability as an Engineering Equipment Operator WG

Condition of Employment (SCREEN OUT): You must possess and maintain a current Class A or Class B (or higher) Commercial Drivers License depending on the park position.

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

ICTAP/CTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Additional information

This job opportunity announcement will be used to fill one or more additional selections at anytime without notification.

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Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non-competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of Temporary NTE less than 1560 hours anywhere in the National Park Service (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402b7) based on series and grade anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS).

If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1560 hours during that period you are still welcome to apply. However please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1560 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility.

The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1560 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1560 hours unless granted an exception by OPM.

Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels project needs employee performance or other considerations.

Physical Demands: Heavy physical effort is required in constantly climbing in and out of different machines pushing and pulling levers continuously while machine is in operation and lifting such items as opening and closing tail gates on dump trucks. Work is strenuous because of the large equipment operated the frequent adjustments made and the adverse operating conditions. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. The incumbent is required to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds and often puts forth similar effort when pushing pulling turning and positioning parts assemblies equipment and tools.

Working Conditions: This position is required to perform work both inside and outside with most of the work performed outside. The incumbent works in rain mud snow and in hot/cold temperatures and is frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from noise vibration dust dirt fumes exhaust oils heat cold and dampness. The operation of large and complicated equipment in difficult circumstances increases the incumbents exposure and risk of injury. The incumbent is frequently subjected to the possibility of receiving cuts abrasions bruises and strains while servicing and operating equipment. When working inside the incumbent must ensure proper ventilation. The incumbent is required to follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as protective hearing devices and hard hats.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather from snow wind and rain to sun and heat. Work involves standing for long periods of time walking over rough and uneven terrain and living in close quarters with co-workers.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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