Duties

A Laborer (WG-04) loads and unloads trucks, digs ditches, picks up trash, cleans ashes from fire pits, sweeps and cleans out toilets, collecting and emptying garbage cans on a daily basis during normal and inclement weather operations. Performs general grounds maintenance and operates various lawn maintenance equipment to include, but not limited to; riding mowers, push lawn mowers, large complex riding mowers, weed eaters, edger's, chippers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping or grass cutting equipment. May develop planting of grass seed, shrubs, small tress and bush replacement. Performs frequent heavy lifting and pushing of equipment. Operates light duty motor vehicles such as pickup trucks, panel trucks, flatbed trucks, carryalls, sedans, crew cab pickup trucks, which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight of up to 4500 kilograms (10,000 pounds) to transport lawn maintenance equipment, personnel, supplies, materials, and tools.
For contacts and information regarding housing availability visit Fire Contacts on the DOI FIRES Jobs website and select Alaska.
For more information about temporary fire positions with DOI, go to the following link: https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. To register or verify your registration, go to the Selective Service System website.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Failure to satisfy the background check will result in cancellation of offer of employment or may be grounds for termination.
Positions may require a valid state driver's license.
You must be 18 years of age or older at the time of appointment.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  You MUST upload "Required Documents" PRIOR to the Closing Date.
  **Please note that documents selected to transfer from your USAJOBS profile are NOT automatically added to your application. You need to transfer the document(s) in the Document step at the end of the application process.
  Resume MUST include your name and a list of each season and position held, duties performed, dates specified in month/year to month/year format. In addition, the resume must reflect full-time or total number of hours worked per week. Part-time hours can be pro-rated based on number of hours worked per week provided. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.

  • Example 1: 05/2018 to 08/2018 could be credited as 3 months if 40 hours worked per week (full-time) are listed -or- 2.25 months if 30 hours worked per week are listed -or-1.5 months if 20 hours worked per week are listed.
  • Example 2: 05/2015 to 10/2015 could be credited as 5 months of experience if 40 hours worked per week (full-time) are listed -or- 3.75 months if 30 hours worked per week are listed -or- 2.5 months if 20 hours worked per week are listed.
  • Example 3: Dates listed with month/day/year to month/day/year could be given credit for each to/from date in its entirety if hours worked per week are listed. 05/1/2018 to 08/16/2018 could be credited as 3 months, 16 days if 40 hours worked per week are listed -or- 1 month, 23 days if 20 hours worked per week are listed.

  In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. Visit the USAJOBS Help Center for more information on what should I include in my federal resume: https://www.usajobs.gov/help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/.
  A complete Assessment Questionnaire: This is completed automatically during the online application process. The questions have to do with minimum qualifications, selective factors if applicable, a verification statement, etc. There is no additional document needed to complete this requirement.
  Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
  Veteran Preference Documentation - If you are claiming Veteran Preference, you MUST submit evidence of eligibility. DD-214 MUST show character of service. Failure to submit a DD-214 which shows the character of service and other appropriate supporting documentation, if applicable, will result in NOT granting preference. Note: If you are still on active duty, contact the DOI FIRES Program Office for acceptable alternative documentation.
  

  • 0-point Sole survivorship preference (SSP), please provide the documentation you received granting this preference.

  - 5-point preference - DD-214 which shows character of service or other documentation which proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
  - 10-point preference - DD-214, SF-15, an official letter dated 1991 or later from the Department of Veteran's Affairs, or other appropriate source.
  For further information, please refer to the "Veteran Information" link at the bottom of the screen.
  Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) - If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP you MUST submit documentation verifying your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility - this includes a copy of the agency notice and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level and duty location.
  

  • You only need to upload documents that apply to you. For uploading instructions please click here.

  You will not be contacted for additional information. If you have questions regarding what is considered appropriate supporting documentation, contact the DOI FIRES Program Office.

• How to Apply

  THIS IS AN ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS THROUGH USAJOBS. Your application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time by the closing date of the announcement. If you need assistance in applying on-line, please contact the DOI FIRES Program Office at blm_fa_fires@blm.gov or call our toll-free number at 888-364-6432.
  1. Review the Vacancy Announcement and Eligibility Criteria: Review the announcement thoroughly. The sections describe who is eligible to apply, what education and/or experience is required for the position, and which documents are needed for your application package.
  2. Apply. Click the "APPLY" link on the right side of the vacancy announcement. This will direct you to the login page for USAJOBS. Select your USAJOBS resume to submit with your application and proceed through the application process answering all questions.
  INSUFFICIENT INFORMATION COULD RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING.
  You must build a resume with the USAJOBS Resume Builder or have an Uploaded Resume on your profile BEFORE applying. Videos showing how to apply for federal jobs can be found here: https://www.nifc.gov/careers/how-to-apply. The USAJOBS Resume Builder was designed to ensure that your resume includes the standard information needed. Failure to follow these instructions in the announcement (resulting in insufficient information being provided with your resume / application) could result in an ineligible rating.
  Your Resume MUST include the following information:
  -From and To dates (month/year to month/year) for each season and position held. (Ex: 05/2018 - 11/2018)
  

  • Work schedule (number of hours worked per week) for all seasons and positions held. One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week (full-time). Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for a position listed that does not indicate hours per week.
  • Grade level for each season and position that were in the federal service.
  • Complete Duties for each of the seasons and positions held.
  • References personal and professional

  3. Submit your resume and supporting documentation ONLINE through USAJOBS. You also must complete the online application and assessment questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section. To view the assessment questionnaire, click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12162672
  For detailed step-by-step instructions on How to Apply: https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/index.php/apply.
  To verify the status of your application, please log into your USAJOBS account at https://secure.login.gov/.
  For information on what each Application Status means: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  FOLLOW UP. Check your application status before the announcement closes. It is your responsibility to ensure that a complete application (including a resume, on-line questionnaire, and applicable supplemental documentation) is received by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the vacancy announcement. NOTE: Technical issues may take at least 1 business day to resolve; therefore, you are highly encouraged to complete the application process prior to the closing date.

  Agency contact information

  DOI FIRES Program Office

  Phone

  888-364-6432

  Email

  blm_fa_fires@blm.gov

  Website

  https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/

  Address

  Bureau of Land Management
  call toll free number for address information
  Boise, ID 83705
  US

  Next steps

  Once you submit all the required documents and the online application (i.e., online questionnaire, resume, and any supporting documentation, etc.) in USAJOBS, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
  After the evaluation process is complete, you will be notified via USAJOBs of a status change (i.e., referred, not eligible, not qualified, referred to the hiring official, etc.). Note, you must login to your USAJOBS profile to view details of the status change. Information regarding how to see your application status can be found in the USAJOBS Help Center.
  If referred and further evaluation or interviews are required, you may be contacted by the hiring officials for the location in which you are referred.
  You will receive a final notification if this job is filled or cancelled. Timelines for this process vary widely.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all qualified U.S. Citizens.