NATIONAL PARK SERVICE – HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRAINING CENTER – HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

+--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Length: | Term of positions is 12 weeks; | | | full-time 40 hrs/wk | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Location: | THIS POSITION WILL BE LOCATED AT | | | HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK | | | | | |   | | | | | | Housing is not offered. Local | | | interested applicants strongly | | | suggested to apply. Personal | | | transportation will be required to | | | report to job site. | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Living Allowance: | $16/HR, direct deposit every 2-weeks | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Start Date: | Position Open until Filled | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Application Due Date: | Please apply at will, actively | | | looking to fill position. | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Title of Position | Historic Preservation Masonry | | | Steward – Harpers Ferry | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+

POSITION DETAILS

Stewards Individual Placement Program (SIPP) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.

The Stewards will be assigned to ongoing masonry projects with the Historic Preservation Training Center (HPTC) preservation work crews.  Stewards will be encouraged and required to be a participating member of the working team.   Work tasks will be determined on a project by project basis and assigned by the project leader.  Assignments will be determined and assigned respective of the skill level and ability of each individual steward.                             

The participant will be exposed to a wide variety of preservation maintenance and trade tasks through job shadowing, on the job training, work experience, and formal training sessions. All work will include use of historic tools and techniques as well as modern instruments, equipment, and materials to complete a robust and active work schedule.

The Masonry Team takes extra steps to blend repairs with existing stone, concrete, or brick. The process includes analyzing the mortar, locating appropriate sand for the mortar, and finding similar replacement units. Projects can include: brick and stone repointing, monument repairs, bronze cleaning and repair, drystone walls, coastal fortifications. Tasks for participant include but are not limited to: assisting in mixing and pouring masonry cement, sand, and water in the construction of simple forms and for laying bricks, cinder blocks, or flagstone; patching and repairing historic buildings, walls and sites built of stone, mortar, and stucco; selecting and using tools such as trowels, rakes, brushes, tuck pointers, hammers, chisels, etc.

Each project undertaking by the HPTC directly benefits the Historic Built Environment of Cultural Sites of which many are on listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  Each project will provide an opportunity to directly impact the availability of these resources for future generations and directly fulfills the mission of the National Park Service. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Moderate to heavy physical effort is required for this position, including occasional lifting or handling of objects over 75lbs using proper techniques.
• Standing or kneeling for long periods and will be required to climb ladders, work from scaffolding or platforms, work on uneven or angled surfaces such as a roof, and/or be able to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, climb and walk in all manners of environmental conditions such as rain, mud, and extreme heat or cold.
• Personal transportation will be required to report to job site.
• Ages 18-30, or veterans, ages 18-35

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A career interest in building trade skills and/or historic preservation
• Is comfortable working outside in varying weather conditions and at heights
• Have a willingness to work hard and get dirty
• Have a serious attitude toward safety all day, every day
• Have the ability to think critically and creatively
• Have positive attitude
• Have ability to communicate effectively
• Have a professional and respectful manner and works well within a team
• Ability to commit to a 12-week experience of combined training and hands-on work
• Flexibility to work outside of traditional hours may be required
• Desire to travel for one or weeks at a time, often with short notice

HOW TO APPLY: Apply on-line at: https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions.  In addition to your resume, please submit a one page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.

FOR MORE INFORMATION 

Contact Ryan Tant – Stewards Program Coordinator  304-860-5073, rtant@conservationlegacy.org

Stewards Individual Placements Program does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Required Skills Required Experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Previous customer service/call center and (or) data entry experience preferred.
• Typing skills at 25-30 WPM are necessary.

Computer proficiency with MS Office, Internet (Word, Excel, and Outlook) are required.