Seasonal Preservationist
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Job Location:
Quincy, WA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 34 - 40
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April - October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions project needs or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: 4/19/26
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
- Perform a variety of journey level preservation work using a variety of materials and tools.
- Construct/fabricate cabinetry furniture and replicate/install historic fabrics.
- Construct and rehabilitate wood framed structures furnishings and accessories primarily within the historical and architectural aspects within all-building offices museums visitor centers and workshops.
- Perform carpentry work and preservation elements such as structural framing rafters doors windows reconstruct restore or rehabilitate floors staircases trusses and beams reconstruct restore or rehabilitate interior and exterior trim and roofing etc.
- Maintain repair construct and rebuild of a variety of surfaces and structures of brick block stone lime based mortar and other related materials such as partitions walls walkways foundations etc.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males
- Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
- You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
- You may be required to work on-call weekends holidays and overtime.
- 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.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
- Ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
- Knowledge of Equipment Assembly Installation Repair etc.
- Technical Practices (Theoretical precise artistic).
- Use of measuring instruments
- Ability to interpret instructions specifications etc. (includes blueprinting reading)
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Knowledge of materials
- Assisting in reconstructing restoring or rehabilitating wood structures
- Using instruments and tools such as rulers try squares levels transits framing hammers and traditional carpentry tools
- Assisting with rehabilitating masonry structures by performing work such as stabilizing or constructing foundations repainting walls chimneys fireplaces etc.
- Performing Preservationist duties under close supervision. Tasks were observed in progress and upon completion to make sure they were properly performed.
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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
CTAP/ICTAP - Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(2) for CTAP or 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position grade level and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP/ICTAP eligible. If you are selected for Federal employment you will be required to fill out a Declaration of Federal Employment OF-306 prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Failing to answer all questions truthfully and completely or providing false statements on your application may be grounds for not hiring you or for firing you after you begin work. Also you may be punished by fine or imprisonment (U.S. Code Title 18 section 1001).
Physical Demands: The incumbent performs work at construction sites. There is considerable physical exertion related to actions such as lifting pushing pulling or carrying objects of various sizes weights and shapes. There is considerable standing stooping lifting and bending. Because of the multi-faceted craft aspects of this position work is frequently performed under structures which requires the incumbent to work overhead or in a stretched cramped or awkward position. Fieldwork magnifies the physical effort required to perform the duties of this position and reflect actual restoration project environments. Incumbent is required to perform craftsman work in the investigation of historic structures and in working with other employees in restoration techniques. Inspections may require working in cramped close quarters underneath structures or on rooftops several hundred feet above ground level. The incumbent occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh 50 pounds or more. Backcountry work may require the incumbent to hike or ride by horseback to the job site in remote locations over rough terrain.
Working Conditions: Work is performed throughout the Park where the incumbent is subject to cuts from hand or power tools and danger from flying splinters or the shop the incumbent is exposed to noise and sawdust in the air. The presence of lead paint on historic fabric may require special knowledge and handling and the use of protective equipment in the shop or at the job site and require special attention and the use of safety equipment. Work is both inside and outside in all types of weather. The incumbent must work at elevations from sea level to above 4000 feet. Temperatures vary from -20 to 90 degrees. Winter snow depths may vary from two to six feet with icy driving conditions involved. The incumbent may be exposed to snow and ice conditions in winter and rain and wind in summer. Work is performed in all types of weather both indoor and outdoors. Considering the nature of historic structures and the unknown structural characteristics field inspections may contain some hazardous conditions (e.g. asbestos PCBs).
Additional information
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Temporary seasonal employees can only maintain their non-competitive rehire eligibility if they work no more than a combined total of Temporary NTE less than 1040 hours anywhere in the National Park Service (NPS) within their established service year. Accordingly non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402b7) based on series and grade anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS).
If you have held a temporary seasonal appointment in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment less than 1040 hours during that period you are still welcome to apply. However please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1040 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility.
The limit can be exceeded by working multiple temporary seasonal positions that result in a combined total greater than 1040 hours. The limit also can be exceeded by working a single temporary seasonal appointment that exceeds 1040 hours unless granted an exception by OPM.
Employment may be terminated at any time due to fluctuations in funding levels project needs employee performance or other considerations.
The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.
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.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
