Utility Systems Repairer-Operator (Seasonal)

National Park Service · Department of the Interior

📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 💰 $31.79 – $37.14/hr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: National Park Service
Department: Department of the Interior
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary: $31.79 – $37.14/hr
Schedule: You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
Hiring Path: Special Authorities
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-09-22
Application Deadline: 2026-09-29

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Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Utility Systems Repairer-Operator (Seasonal) is to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, upgrade, repair, and calibrate a variety of complex utility systems that require advanced skills in various utility related trades such as electronic industrial controls maintenance, air conditioning equipment maintenance, heating and boiler plant maintenance, water treatment, and air conditioning equipment operation.

Anticipated Entry on Duty: October 2026 - March 2027

Key Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operates, monitors, and maintains complex utility systems including steam, hot water, chilled water, plumbing, compressed air, vacuum, gas, electrical, heating, and air conditioning equipment to ensure continuous, safety, and efficiency.

Performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, testing, and calibration of utility systems and equipment by diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and control system malfunctions; disassembling, repairing, replacing, and reassembling component specifications and safety standards.

Installs, operates, and maintains boiler plant and heating systems, including single- and multiple-fuel power boilers and auxiliary equipment, adjusting controls and performing operational repairs to maintain efficiency, meet operations. Installs, operates, diagnoses, and repairs domestic and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems, including centralized multi-zone HVAC systems and complex cooling units; replaces major components such as compressors.

Serves as operator-in-charge for chilled water generation and distribution systems, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations; conducts system monitoring, sampling, testing, and documentation. As a condition of employment, the selectee must possess an EPA 608 Universal Certification.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Contact

seasonaltempteam@ios.doi.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Park Service, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $31.79 – $37.14/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-29.

What is the work schedule?

This is a You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Special Authorities' hiring path.

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