Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Duties

This is a career-seasonal appointment. Career-seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. You will work from approximately the middle of February to the beginning of January, and you will be in a non-pay status for the remainder of the year. When your services are not required due to lack of work, lack of funds, weather conditions or for other reasons, you will be placed in a non-work/non-pay status. You will have the option to continue your health coverage while in non-pay status.
Serves as the park's heavy mobile and power equipment mechanic. Performs duties such as:

• Performs heavy equipment operations in sometimes harsh environmental conditions.
• Maintains watercraft.
• Welds and fabricates parts.
• Diagnoses and repairs deficiencies in electrical systems as they affect mechanical systems, such as vehicle electrical systems, generator automated switchgear, and pumps.
• May perform other maintenance work and operations as needed.
• Maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, overhauling and rebuilding heavy mobile systems and vehicles; electrical power generating units and switchgear up to 100 kilowatts, medium voltage distribution systems; marine inboard and outboard engines; and electrical motors.
• Operates motor vehicles.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
• You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required but please do not submit a copy of your driver's license at this time. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
• You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
• If you are a new employee in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
• You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 5 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
• Motorboat operation required. Selectee will receive appropriate training in motorboat operations and will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle.
• Two options, read carefully: You must possess and maintain a current Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, a current medical certificate, and no disqualifying offenses. You must submit a copy with your application if you currently have a CDL, but please do not include photos. Or, indicate that you are able and willing to successfully obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's license as a condition of employment no later than one year from the official start date of this position.
• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Selective Service
• Select if you want to include your demographic information.

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/12/2023. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.

  • Select Apply. If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to login or create an account.

  • Prompted to Start the Application Process by selecting "Start Application."
    • Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application"
    • To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11924648

  • Select or add the resume you want to use for this application. Click here on how to build a resume in USAJOBS.

  • Select documents you want included in this application.

  • Review package to acknowledge your documents were reviewed.

  • Select if you want to include your demographic information.

  • After reading and certifying the application is true and submitted in good faith, select "Continue to Agency Site."

  • Follow onscreen prompts and instructions to complete your application.

  • Add the supporting documents by indexing your documents with the dropdown.
    • Upload any missing required documents or optional documents.

  • Review and Submit Application.

  • While logged in, you can check the status of your application by selecting "+" next to the job title for this position.

  • You can review or revise your application at any point during the open period of the announcement.
    • To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job.
    • Note: When you click Update Application, you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application.

  • To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply.

  • PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

  • Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

  • Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.

  Agency contact information

  Carrie Shapbell

  Phone

  (907) 644-3340

  Fax

  (907) 644-3808

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Katmai National Park and Preserve
  PO Box 7
  King Salmon, AK 99613
  US

  Next steps

  Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete.
  This is an open continuous announcement. Initial application packages will be reviewed for eligibility and qualifications beginning April 26, 2023, the initial cut-off date. Additional application packages will be reviewed and issued to management on an as needed basis. This announcement will remain open for up to five months or until the vacancy is filled, whichever comes first. Once selections are made, this announcement will be closed without notice. Applications received after the initial cut-off date of April 26, 2023, will be considered, if needed, by cut-off dates. Cut-off dates will occur as follows:

  • April 26, 2023 (initial cut-off date);
  • May 11, 2023;
  • May 26, 2023;
  • June 12, 2023;
  • June 27, 2023
  • July 12, 2023;
  • July 27, 2023;
  • August 11, 2023;
  • August 28, 2023; and
  • September 12, 2023.
• BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• New employee probationary period
• June 27, 2023
• To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply.
• Add the supporting documents by indexing your documents with the dropdown.
  • Upload any missing required documents or optional documents.
• You can review or revise your application at any point during the open period of the announcement.
  • To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job.
  • Note: When you click Update Application, you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
• April 26, 2023 (initial cut-off date);
• May 26, 2023;
• September 12, 2023.

• 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
• To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job.

• 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.

  The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/12/2023:

  • Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. When describing the nature of your duties, please be extremely clear, thorough, and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

  • A complete Occupational Questionnaire. (The questionnaire can be previewed under the "How to Apply" section.)

  • Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
    • Veterans Preference Documentation:
      • If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
      • If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
      • If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.

  • Documentation that you meet Selective Factors (screen outs)

  • Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 85 on the rating criteria for this position.

  Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. An easy way to cover photos is to use a small piece of paper and place over the photographs and photograph likenesses, and then take a picture of the document for uploading.
  Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
  It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted prior to the closing date of the announcement.
• May 11, 2023;
• Financial suitability
• Prompted to Start the Application Process by selecting "Start Application."
  • Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application"
  • To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11924648
• Note: When you click Update Application, you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application.
• July 12, 2023;
• Documentation that you meet Selective Factors (screen outs)
• Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. When describing the nature of your duties, please be extremely clear, thorough, and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.
• Select Apply. If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to login or create an account.
• June 12, 2023;
• After reading and certifying the application is true and submitted in good faith, select "Continue to Agency Site."
• If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
• Upload any missing required documents or optional documents.
• July 27, 2023;
• Select or add the resume you want to use for this application. Click here on how to build a resume in USAJOBS.
• Review and Submit Application.
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
• August 11, 2023;
• While logged in, you can check the status of your application by selecting "+" next to the job title for this position.
• Veterans Preference Documentation:
  • If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
  • If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
  • If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
• If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
• Select documents you want included in this application.
• Follow onscreen prompts and instructions to complete your application.
• PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
• Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 85 on the rating criteria for this position.
• Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
  • Veterans Preference Documentation:
    • If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
    • If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
    • If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
• Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application"
• Social security number request
• A complete Occupational Questionnaire. (The questionnaire can be previewed under the "How to Apply" section.)
• Review package to acknowledge your documents were reviewed.
• To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11924648
• August 28, 2023; and

Required Documents