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Position Title
Masonry Worker
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
IM-1539-ROMO-24-12179070-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 to Friday, December 15, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
 
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes how your experience meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for the Masonry Worker WG-3604-08 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. Mark only one response. If you select more than one response or leave the question blank you will be rated ineligible. Any skill that you indicate you have experience with in the following occupational questionnaire must be specifically documented in your resume or application
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Use a trowel in spread mortar and finish joints.
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3. Use gauge line, spirit level, and plumb bob to obtain straight courses.
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4. Use scaffolding in support of masonry work in accordance with protocols.
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5. Use construction tools such as saws and drills in support of masonry work.
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6. Prepare materials and construct structures according to requirements and dimensions specified in instructions or plans.
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7. Use tape measures, capacity containers, preservation data sheets in performance of mason work.
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8. Prepare and apply preservative chemicals to stone.
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9. Calculate/adjust mortar mix to assure that the proper proportions of sand, lime, cement, mortar color, and water are used to obtain the desired consistency and color.
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10. Cut, fit and lay stone block and bricks, and native stone in the repair and construction of historic rock and masonry retaining walls.
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11. Use knowledge of historic stone masonry styles and construction methods in order to match appearance of original architecture.
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12. Apply masonry techniques in laying a variety of brick, block and stone in the construction for repair of partitions or walls.
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13. Use masonry techniques to cap, reset, replace, grout, and reinforce walls, so that the repaired portion closely matches the original, undamaged portions of the structure.
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14. Photographically document structure dismantling through sketches and narratives to enable original configurations to be reestablished. Provide concise written description and annotated photographs or maps of work performed.
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15. Perform work on high standing walls which may require the use of scaffolding in a safe manner for the protection of self and fellow workers.
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