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Seasonal Maintenance Mechanic

Alaska Regional Office
Copper Center, AK Other
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2026
* * The closing date of this announcement has been extended from 04-17-2026 to 04-22-2026. * *

OPM has identified this position as eligible for an exception to the typical 1039-hour season. This exception allows up to 1560 hours which may extend the season(s) reflected in this announcement. See the Additional Information section for details.

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
  1. Ability to do the work of a Maintenance Mechanic, WG-4749-09 without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT)
  2. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation repair, etc.
  3. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
  4. Use of measuring instruments
  5. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
  6. Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
  7. Knowledge of materials
In addition, detailed experience must be demonstrated in your resume in a variety of the following trades: Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting, Masonry, Water Treatment Plant Operations, Roofing, Electrical, Air Conditioning, Cement Work, Utilities Systems Repair, Engineering Equipment Operation, or other related trades. (SCREEN OUT)

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factors above are 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 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.

Responsibilities:

Failure to submit any of the required documents/information will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents/information has been submitted.

The parks and duty stations hiring for these positions are below, as is each park's anticipated seasonal period. The typical seasonal period may vary during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.
  • Bering Land Bridge National Preserve (Nome, AK): April - October
  • Denali National Park and Preserve (Denali Park, Toklat and Kantishna (Wonder Lake), AK): April - September
    • Applicants that apply to and are selected for Kantishna will be duty stationed at Wonder Lake, AK
  • Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park (Skagway, AK): April - October
  • Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve (Copper Center, AK): May - September

Positions may not be filled at every duty station. Selectees may be moved between duty stations within park boundaries.

Primary duties include but are not limited to design, planning, construction, rehabilitation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of a wide variety of structures and utility systems. Provides technical advice and leadership to co-workers. Leads work crews involved in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, painting, heating, and utility system trades work. Performs inspections and collects information. Determines best work practices and materials to complete assignments efficiently in compliance with codes, regulations, and NPS goals. Reads and interprets blueprints, code books, State and Federal Regulations, and other technical information. Operates a variety of vehicles, machinery, and equipment. Conducts safety training sessions and performs Job Hazard Analysis. Provides oversight of facilities and work processes to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. Identifies and orders materials using a government credit card. Uses government computers and computer programs, such as Facility Management Software System (FMSS), Project Management Information System (PMIS), DOI Talent, and Microsoft Office, including MS Word, MS Excel, and the Internet.

Physical Demands: Physical effort is heavy to moderate and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions.

Working Conditions: Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -40 to 90 degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or scaffolding. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment, paints, solvents, etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks and biting insects.

Government housing may be available at Denali Park, Skagway, and Copper Center. It is available at Nome, Toklat, and Kantishna (Wonder Lake).

Please visit find a park for additional park information.

A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.

Salary : $37

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