Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)
What you'd do
This position is located in at Hot Springs National Park. The primary purpose of this position is to perform work of limited scope or difficulty involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds. The typical seasonal period is November to April, but can vary during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Open to the first 200 applicants or until 07/20/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Major duties
Performs rough to semi-finish carpentry tasks to repairs to quarters, maintenance buildings, comfort stations and other structures such as picnic tables, lifeguard stands, fireplaces, etc. Makes minor repairs to windows and doors. Prepares surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping and wire brushing. Thins, stirs and mixes and applies various coating materials. Performs masonry/cement work such as builds wooden forms, mixes and pours concrete for such items as sidewalks, floors, pads, and retaining walls. Uses a computer, maintain records, and perform simple arithmetic calculations.
What you need to qualify
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) (SCREEN OUT) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Knowledge of materials Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments 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. 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.
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