Carpenter (Seasonal)

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-11/04/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Applicants must be physically fit and, as required in the Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Handbook X-118C, must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job elements listed below to perform the duties of the position at the level for which they are applying. A specific length of time and experience is not required.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. 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 Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.

Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Measurement and Layout 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. Physical Effort: Duties require the incumbent to sit, stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, work in uncomfortable positions, and possibly walk over rough, uneven terrain. The incumbent may be required to wear protective clothing, gloves, face shields, and/or a respirator that may be uncomfortable; and the incumbent is expected to work from ladders, scaffolds, rooftops, and/or elevated platforms.

The incumbent is expected to be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and may be expected to lift and/or carry items exceeding 50 pounds in weight.

01Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in both indoor workshops and outdoor work sites. Work outside may be subject to extreme weather conditions, with wind, rain, snow, and ice, in temperatures ranging from below 0 to over 100 degrees. Depending on the geography of the park unit assigned, work may take place at elevations ranging from sea level up to 10,000 feet.

The incumbent is exposed to sawdust, noise, fumes, vibration, cuts, and abrasions from the use of tools and equipment, and may occasionally be exposed to hazardous materials that can cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation and burns, as well as microbiological organisms and potentially hazardous wildlife. The incumbent is expected to wear personnel protective equipment as required and comply with all safety and occupational health requirements.

The primary purpose of Carpentry Workers and Carpenters is to perform intermediate to journey-level carpentry work to construct, alter, maintain, and repair buildings, structures, and other features made of wood, wood substitutes, and composite materials. Some of the Carpenter Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Inspect and repair deteriorated or damaged carpentry components, select and use appropriate materials and fasteners, and perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Interpret and apply work instructions, blueprints, drawings, specifications, building requirements, and applicable historic preservation standards when performing carpentry work. Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and install carpentry materials using hand tools, power tools, woodworking equipment, and established construction techniques.

Construct, alter, maintain, and repair wooden structures and components, including floors, walls, decks, doors, windows, stairs, handrails, partitions, and other features made of wood, wood substitutes, or composite materials. Additional WG-09 Duties Independently plan, lay out, and complete journey-level carpentry projects, determining work methods, materials, and sequences and performing skilled construction, repairs, and finish work requiring close tolerances, structural soundness, and accurate fit.