Summary
You will serve as a Maintenance Worker (Temporary) in the Maintenance Division. This is a temporary position expected to last 1 Year but may be extended up to maximum of two years based on agency needs and potential funding. This position is being filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority (FUL). See below under Additional Information for further eligibility guidance. **This job opportunity announcement has been extended to close 08/19/2026**
Duties
- Custodial duties of Park Restrooms, Offices, and Visitor Center Groundskeeping of Park Landscapes Minor Carpentry and Plumbing Repairs More about the Location: The City of Twentynine Palms is the home of Joshua Tree National Park Headquarters and North Park Entrance and proud host of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, the world's largest Marine Corps training base. The City is renowned for its world class murals and artists, supportive business climate, pristine air, beautiful natural surroundings, desert and mountain vistas, and friendly family lifestyle. Beyond the last of the traffic lights, we are the gateway to the Mojave Desert, Joshua Tree National Park, the Mojave National Preserve, and the great California Outback. About - Twentynine Palms, California (twentynine-palms.ca.us)
Requirements
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. Housing: Government housing is not available. 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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.