Laborer | Federal government of the United States

Job title: Laborer

Company: Federal government of the United States

Job description: SummaryExplore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in and .We expect to fill 2 vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.Overview

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Open & closing dates03/24/2025 to 04/07/2025This job will close when we have received 75 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.Salary$22.64 – $26.42 per hourThis salary is for “Phoenix” pay scale. Actual salary will be determined upon selection.Pay scale & gradeWG 4Locations2 vacancies in the following locations:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typeTemporary – This is a temporary appointment. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status and will be for a period not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year.Work scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberAZ-TEMP-25-12713031-FRControl number834108700This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll U.S. Citizens – No previous Federal Service is required. CTAP and ICTAP candidates in the local commuting area. Veterans’ Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA).Duties

• Operates heavy power equipment such as lawn mowers, chain saws, brush cutters, brush chippers, and all types of hand and light power tools.
• Moves furniture, removes, and sets signs, paints picnic tables and signs, rakes and waters lawns, trims trees and shrubbery, picks up litter, cleans and repairs fire pits.
• Occasionally operates flat deck pontoon boats to access shoreline recreation sites to conduct maintenance operations such as; cleaning and restocking bathrooms, removing trash, replacing and/or repairing mooring and/or fee tubes, and landscaping.
• Works under general supervision completing assigned duties after receiving initial oral or written instructions, completes assignments on own initiative.
• The work involves lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds, and in some cases, carrying 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license while employed in this position.
• Incumbent may be required to lift objects weighing 50 pounds and above.
• Able to obtain and maintain a Department of Interior Motorboat Operator Certification (MOCC) for the occasional motorboat operation.
• Some locations may be covered by a bargaining unit.

QualificationsSelective Placement Factors: This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified:

• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Interior Motorboat Operator Certification (MOCC) for the occasional motorboat operation.
• A valid state Driver’s License is required for this position.
• Have the ability to do the work of a Laborer without more than normal supervision.
• Lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds, and in some cases, carrying 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance.

OPM Job Qualifications System for Trades and Labor Occupations will be used in determining your qualifications. There is no specific length of training or experience required; however, you must be able to demonstrate through experience shown in the resume materials, that you possess the skill level that has equipped you with the particular job elements to successfully perform the duties of Laborer without more than normal supervision. Examples of specialized experience include: mowing lawns, weeding, planting and fertilizing grass, performing minor facility repairs such as unclogging drains, repairing leaks and changing light bulbs, brush cutting and removal using power tools.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.You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.Physical Demands: The work performed requires the exertion of moderate to very heavy physical effort. The work involves lifting and moving objects over 50 pounds, and in some cases, carrying 80 to 100 pounds (or more) with assistance. During motor vehicle operation, the driver exerts light physical effort in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Exerting moderate physical effort in the frequent handling of objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and the occasional handling of heavier objects while loading cargo, with the assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment.Work Environment: Outside work is usually performed under all kinds of weather conditions. Indoor work is often accomplished in office buildings or in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas such as warehouses, loading docks, or trade shops. Frequently exposed to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise, dust, and dirt and the possibility of bruises, muscle strains, cuts, and scrapes. Work requires the employee to follow proper safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, safety glasses, and steel-toe shoes to avoid possible hazards in the work area.Additional informationDOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit .Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: orMales born after 12/31/59 must be registered forTravel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee.The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: or or .

• Benefits

A 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. .

Expected salary: $22.64 – 26.42 per hour

Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ

Job date: Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:37:30 GMT

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