Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal) @ National Park Service

Job Summary

You will serve as a Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal). The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Cuyahoga Valley National Park is March - September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - July 2027.

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/26/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Operates multiple types of heavy engineering equipment including, but not limited to: graders, bulldozers, loaders, excavators/backhoes and compactors. I have performed journeyman level work operating engineering equipment on steep, rough or unstable terrain to excavate, backfill, grade or level earth, including roads, to exact specifications.

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) Operation of Motor Vehicles Ability to Drive Safely - Motor Vehicles Dexterity and Safety Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprints reading) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration.

In 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. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. 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. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

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.

Physical Effort: Heavy physical effort is required in constantly reaching, bending, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to handle different sets of controls to operate the equipment and attachments. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the incumbent is frequently required to work in awkward or strained positions. The incumbent may be frequently required to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds and put 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. When working outside, the incumbent is frequently exposed to inclement weather. 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 incumbent is exposed to the potential of injury due to the possibility of the equipment overturning, and may also be subject to receiving cuts, abrasions, bruises, and strains. While operating equipment, the incumbent is required to follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as protective hearing devices and hard hats.

Major Duties

• Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operate graders, bulldozers, backhoes and other heavy engineering equipment and heavy trucks in all weather conditions; in confined areas close to buildings; on narrow gravel roads and uneven terrain adjacent to exposed drop-offs and obstructions in the performance of roads maintenance and project work.
• Primary work includes road grading, laying down and compacting surfacing material, road sub grade excavation and repair, culvert installation to grade, installation of septic systems, and earthwork in archeological sensitive sites.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair on heavy trucks and equipment.
• Also may assist railroad workers, operate flanged wheeled equipment to complete ditching and excavating along the railway.
• Maintain, modify and repair heavy equipment.
• Incumbent may also perform hiking trail and grounds maintenance.
• Some positions will involve maintenance way of work on the Cuyahoga Valley National Railroad which includes equipment operations, mowing along the railroad, clearing line of sights, tree trimming and removal.
• Incumbent doing maintenance way of work is subject to mandatory pre employment drug and alcohol testing and random drug and alcohol testing per the regulations established by the Federal Railroad Authority.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• To learn more, visit Home | E-Verify Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• (SELECTIVE FACTOR) . Pre-employment and random drug testing are required.
• You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.
• 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 complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle.
• Occupancy of government quarters may be required.
• You may be required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• You must be at least 21 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.
• You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 3 nights per month.
• You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.