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Laborer - NA-01

Department of the Army
United States Army Installation Management Command
MWR Recreation Fund Parks and Picnic Areas Biggs Park

Summary

This position is located at the Fort Bliss MWR Recreation Fund Parks and Picnic Areas Biggs Park.

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Incentives and Bonuses

  • Incentives will not be paid

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/08/2026 to 07/06/2026
Salary
$17.37 - $20.26 per hour

Salary Description "Crafts and Trades position receive step increases progressively starting with Step 1 ($17.37) and ending with Step 5 ($20.26).

Pay scale & grade
NA 1
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Bliss, TX
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Intermittent
Work schedule
Intermittent - This position is a FLEX position. FLEX positions can be worked anywhere between 0 - 39 hours per week. Hours are not guaranteed
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
O2NAFEQ-26-12955503
Control number
868521100

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

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  • Maintain Park grounds through mowing, trimming, and trash removal; safely operate tractors, utility vehicles, and trucks.
  • Execute special event setups and tear downs, including stages, banners, and various support equipment.
  • Sanitize public restrooms and pressure wash pavilions and common areas to ensure facility cleanliness.
  • Coordinate equipment rentals by managing the issuance, return, and repair of items like bounce houses and dunk tanks.
  • Repair irrigation systems, including troubleshooting line breaks, replacing sprinkler heads, and adjusting timers.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Opens and unpacks cartons of materials and removes contents. Moves or uses hand truck to move various items requiring delivery or storage. Sets up and breaks down multi-functional areas. Arranges mobile furniture, movable walls, light equipment, etc.
  • Polices assigned areas, collects and disposes of trash and debris, cuts grass and pulls weeds, waters grass and flower beds, spreads mulch, and rakes leaves. Shovels snow and puts down salt.
  • Performs comprehensive floor care, cleans and disinfects surfaces, replenishes supplies, and reports maintenance needs to the supervisor. Washes and waxes vehicles.
  • Performs comprehensive facility cleaning and floor maintenance, manages supplies, and reports necessary repairs to the supervisor.
  • Proficient in manual labor, cleaning, and grounds maintenance. Safely operates and maintains basic hand tools and equipment while following written instructions and safety signage.
  • Works independently on routine tasks with guidance on new assignments. Ensures compliance through progress reviews and proactively reports hazards or equipment issues.
  • Requires regular physical activity—including standing, bending, and kneeling—and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, with occasional lifts up to 45 pounds.
  • Works in various indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to weather, noise, and debris. Adheres to safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment (PPE) to mitigate the risk of minor injuries.
  • Performs all duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified":

Three (3) months of laboring experience required. Must have the ability to use, control and clean tools and power equipment used, and ability to follow oral and/or written instructions involving duties with several distinct tasks or steps without constant supervision of each task assigned.

NOTE: The above minimum qualifications must be described within the duties of previous work experience listed on the applicant's resume and/or supporting documents. A copy of all documents must be submitted at the time of application.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is is the local commuting area. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00PM MST on 07/06/2026 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a pay-banded position.
  • Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
  • Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It

We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

  • Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
  • We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
  • If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.
Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying

When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:
  • NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)


Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

United States Army Installation Management Command

Agency contact information

Osvaldo Lopez
Phone
(915) 568-6287
Email
osvaldo.a.lopez.naf@army.mil
Address
EQ-NAF-W6CLAA US ARMY GARRISON FT BLISS
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Bliss, TX 79916
US

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