What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer (Custodial) (Seasonal) position at US Department of the Interior?
You will serve as a Laborer (Custodial) (Seasonal) Independence National Historical Parks Service.
You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-08/07/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. All candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements.
To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. Failure to adequately provide information needed to determine number of hours worked in each position may result in that time not being credited when evaluating qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the full and/or part-time hours requirement as the service dates will be reflected.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)
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.
Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT): ability to perform the most difficult and complex laboring tasks receiving only general supervision and instructions, including having the ability to work verbally or through work orders; performing janitorial and custodial duties; receiving only general supervision and instructions as to what is to be accomplished in the assigned area and must wear all required PPE and use equipment safely; determine onsite methods to be used in the accomplishment of assignments; and make adjustments as needed.
Physical Demands: The work performed requires the exertion of moderate to very heavy physical effort. The work involves lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds, and in some cases, carrying 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance.
Working Conditions: Outside work is usually performed under all kinds of weather conditions. Indoor work is often accomplished in office buildings or in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas such as warehouses, loading docks, or trade shops. Frequently exposed to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise, dust, and dirt and the possibility of bruises, muscle strains, cuts and scrapes. Work requires the employee to follow proper safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, safety glasses, and steel-toe shoes to avoid possible hazards in the work area.
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.
Education:
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
Employment Type: OTHERSalary : $23