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Preservationist

National Park Service

Job Location:

Saint Augustine, FL - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 28 - 28

Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 3 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

Help preserve Americas historic treasures.

This advanced journey-level position independently performs skilled preservation trade work to repair restore reconstruct and preserve historic buildings and structures. Work includes masonry wood crafting carpentry roofing and painting using established historic preservation methods standards and techniques.

To find out more about the National Park Service visit: This position is located within the Department of the Interior National Park Service Natl Pk Svc Southeast Castillo De San Marcos National Mt Saint Augustine FL. The major duties consist of but are not limited to:

Perform advanced journey-level masonry wood crafting carpentry roofing and painting to maintain repair restore reconstruct and preserve historic buildings structures and architectural features.
Perform complex historic masonry work using brick block and stone; cut shape lay repoint patch and reconstruct features to match historic materials bonding patterns tooling color scale and finish.
Fabricate reproduce repair and restore historic wood features using advanced wood crafting and carpentry techniques including precise joinery shaping fitting assembly framing doors windows trim and decorative woodwork.
Preserve and restore historic roofing systems by identifying deterioration and leaks and repairing or replacing roofing flashing gutters sheathing boards beams joists and related components to historic standards.
Perform historic painting and finishing by removing deteriorated coatings preparing surfaces matching historic colors and textures and applying paints stains coatings and specialty finishes using preservation methods.
Independently plan and lay out preservation work from historic documentation blueprints drawings specifications work orders and physical evidence; determine appropriate methods materials tools equipment and work sequences.
Apply historic preservation standards while using specialized hand and power tools masonry and woodworking equipment and scaffolding; provide technical guidance and instruction to lower-level employees.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
Direct Deposit participation required.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more visit are required to possess and maintain a current valid state drivers license.
You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
You 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.
You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.
Duties require frequent standing walking climbing bending kneeling and working from ladders rooftops and uneven terrain. Must be able to lift carry push pull and move items weighing up to 80 pounds.
Must be able to read write and speak English to prepare and interpret plans reports technical documents and compliance materials and communicate effectively with staff contractors reviewers and stakeholders.
As a condition of employment you will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. During this period the agency will evaluate your performance and conduct organizational needs and interests and whether your continued employment advances agency goals the public interest and the efficiency of the Federal service. Your employment will terminate at the end of the probationary period unless the agency affirmatively certifies in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest and your appointment should be finalized.

Qualifications

Selective Placement Factor: This position requires a current valid state-issued drivers license. This requirement is a selective placement factor and will be used as a screen-out. Applicants must possess this requirement by the closing date of the announcement. The selectee will be required to provide proof prior to appointment. Applicants who do not possess this requirement will be found ineligible for further consideration.

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 the position without more than normal order to be rated as qualified for this position we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.

To qualify for this position you must meet the screen-out element(s) identified below and your resume must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job elements:

Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision screen out element
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

If your knowledge and ability in the screen out factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire and if it does not your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

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.

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement 09/09/2026.

Education

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

Additional information

DOI 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 E-Verify.

Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.

Physical Demands: The work requires considerable physical effort and stamina. Duties involve frequent standing walking climbing bending kneeling crouching reaching and/or working from ladders scaffolds rooftops and/or uneven terrain. The incumbent regularly uses hand and power tools and performs tasks requiring manual dexterity and coordination. Work may require lifting carrying pushing pulling and/or moving materials tools equipment and supplies weighing up to 80 pounds. The incumbent must be physically able to perform the duties of the position and maintain these requirements throughout employment.

Working Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions including heat cold rain snow wind and ice. Duties may be performed at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 150 feet. The work environment may include exposure to dust dirt noise vibration and hazards associated with the use of hand and power tools equipment and construction materials. Employees may occasionally be exposed to hazardous substances biological hazards and wildlife. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required and all safety and occupational health regulations must be followed.

If otherwise 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: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. A continued service agreement may be required if it is determined you are eligible for a permanent change in duty station (PCS) recruitment or relocation incentive.

All Department of Interior (DOI) employees their spouses and minor children may not acquire or retain any claim permit lease small tract entry or other rights granted by the Department in Federal lands with limited exceptions. Additional ethics prohibitions can be found here 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.

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