Seasonal Student Trainee (Laborer-Trails)

This position involves performing very heavy physical labor in the maintenance and construction of the park unit's trail system. The primary duties include routine and basic laborer tasks related to the maintenance, repair, restoration, rehabilitation, and stabilization of park trail systems, as well as the rehabilitation of public use facilities. Work is performed independently and requires following oral and written instructions. Responsibilities also include lifting and carrying objects weighing over 50 pounds, hiking long distances over challenging terrain, and working in demanding environmental conditions. Utilization of standard safety equipment and adherence to proper safety procedures are essential.

Applicants must be physically fit and possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. A specific length of time and experience is not required; qualification requirements emphasize the quality of experience. Candidates must meet the 2 point level on the screen out factor and an average of level 2 on all factors listed. Sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors are required: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT); Ability To Interpret Instructions; Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment; Dexterity and Safety Work Practices. The screen out factor requires the ability to perform independently routine and basic laborer duties involved in the maintenance, repair, restoration, rehabilitation, and stabilization of park trail systems and the rehabilitation of public use facilities, or work of a similar nature. Candidates must be able to lift and carry objects weighing over 50 pounds, hike long distances over challenging terrain, work in demanding environmental conditions, follow oral and written instructions, and have utilized standard safety equipment and follow proper safety procedures. If knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor is not sufficient, no further consideration will be given.

A national park unit responsible for maintaining and constructing trail systems and public use facilities.