Engineering Equipment Operator (Seasonal)

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/26/2026-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 do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean and in order) Reliability and Dependability Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Condition of Employment (SCREEN OUT): You must possess and maintain a current Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License depending on the park position.

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.

Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. 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. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

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.

These positions may be filled for a six month seasonal period, but can be vary due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding.

Defined Season: April - October: Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks May - October: Crater Lake National Park May - November: Lassen Volcanic National Park, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operate heavy gasoline or diesel-powered engineering equipment.

Operate equipment on mountainous or steep terrain to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications on projects. Operate a boom for placing pipe, hydrants, and other large objects in utility and road maintenance operations throughout the park unit. Load, secure, and drive equipment to and from project sites. Perform pre-trip safety inspections on engineering equipment.