What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Maintenance Worker Leader position at Blue Ridge Parkway?
These positions are located in Blue Ridge Parkway in the Maintenance & Engineering Division.
This Job Announcement is for a temporary position not-to-exceed 1559 regular hours with a FULLTIME work schedule.
Open to the first 75 applicants or until 05/06/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following 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.
Major Duties Statement
This seasonal position is a XB-4749-07 Maintenance Work Leader located at the Vinton Sub-District for the Blue Ridge Parkway. This position is a working leader assigned responsibility for grounds, building and utility maintenance work.
Area/Duty Station Information
The Blue Ridge Parkway extends 469 miles along the crest of the southern Appalachian Mountains through North Carolina and Virginia between two eastern national parks - Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains. For more park information, log on to: http://www.nps.gov/blri.
Roanoke Co, Virginia - The duty station is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at the Vinton Maintenance Area, which is located in Roanoke Co, Virginia. Roanoke is a thriving urban area with more rural areas readily accessible.
This Job Announcement is for a temporary position not-to-exceed 1559 regular hours with a FULLTIME work schedule.
Open to the first 75 applicants or until 05/06/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Qualifications:
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-05/06/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
- Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) (SCREEN OUT)
- Ability to Lead or Supervise
- Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
- Knowledge of Materials
- Technical Practices (Theoretical precise, artistic)
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.
Responsibilities:
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for these parks is April - November, but the season may be extended or reduced due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: June 2026Major Duties Statement
This seasonal position is a XB-4749-07 Maintenance Work Leader located at the Vinton Sub-District for the Blue Ridge Parkway. This position is a working leader assigned responsibility for grounds, building and utility maintenance work.
Area/Duty Station Information
The Blue Ridge Parkway extends 469 miles along the crest of the southern Appalachian Mountains through North Carolina and Virginia between two eastern national parks - Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains. For more park information, log on to: http://www.nps.gov/blri.
Roanoke Co, Virginia - The duty station is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at the Vinton Maintenance Area, which is located in Roanoke Co, Virginia. Roanoke is a thriving urban area with more rural areas readily accessible.
Salary : $25