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Position Title
Preservationist Helper
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
PW-1548-SR-24-12490745-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, July 29, 2024 to Friday, August 9, 2024
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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)
2. As part of the official duties of this position, the incumbent is required to operate a Government vehicle. As such, applicants are required to have a valid State-issued Driver's License prior to the closing date of the job announcement.

Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.

Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
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A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Ability to do the work of a Preservationist Helper WG-4701-05 without more than normal supervision. (Screen-out) (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes how you have the ability to do the work of a Preservationist Helper WG-4701-05 without more than normal supervision. If you do not answer the question, or do not meet this screen out, you will be considered ineligible. Read the following statement and select from answers A, B, C, or D that best describes your level of training and/or experience. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. THERE MUST BE EVIDENCE FOR YOUR RESPONSE IN YOUR RESUME/APPLICATION.
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For the questions below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. You must document your experience in your resume. Any skill that you indicate you have experience with in the following occupational questionnaire must be specifically included in a work/experience block on your resume or application. (limit characters)
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Assist higher grade and other journey level employees in restoring or rehabilitating wooden structures, measuring, cutting, constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying wood building components.
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3. Assist higher grade and journey level employees in repoint masonry features using traditional tools resulting in acceptable finishes that match historic character.
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4. Patch and repair historic roofs consisting of carpentry elements, metal flashing, tar paper, and wood shingles or shakes.
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Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Use, maintain, and repair carpentry hand tools including chisels, planes, axes, drawknives, or crosscut saws.
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6. Use and maintain masonry tools and equipment such as trowels, masonry chisels, line level, mortar mixer, brick hammers, and rotor hammers.
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7. Adhere to OSHA safety standards related to on-the-job safety such as the use of ladders, fall protection, power tools, and personal protective equipment.
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Use of measuring instruments (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Use measuring devices to layout paterns and cuts for wood framing and millwork.
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9. Use measuring devices to mix ratios for mortar mixes.
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Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
10. Perform job duties following oral and written instructions.
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11. Follow standards for the treatment of historic properties.
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12. Communicate clearly with other coworkers and supervisor to ensure sure work is performed correctly and on time.
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Knowledge of Materials (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
13. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and work with simple fractions to plan and measure materials according to requirements and specifications outlined in instructions.
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14. Use and apply oil, lacquer and latex based paints, stains, varnishes, and thinners.
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15. Adhere to lead-safe work practices.
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Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
16. Apply paint in a neat, professional manner using a variety of application tools including brushes and rollers.
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17. Follow vehicle, machinery, and job site safety procedures (lockout/tagout, walk around inspections, weight limits, etc.)
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