- Position Title
- Mason Helper (Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NC-1616-NAMA-25-12735836-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025 to Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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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.
- 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 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.
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:
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.
- 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.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
2.
When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Mason Helper position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Work demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision. (Screen Out)
1.
Do you have the ability to do the work of the Mason Helper, WG-3603-5 position without more than normal supervision?
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Construct, alter, repair or modify items or structures, which require accuracy, proper spacing and fit, and where appearance is important.
3.
Remove plaster, bricks, cinder blocks, ceramic tile vinyl composite tiles, etc.
4.
Perform brick laying, tile setting, lath installation, wall waterproofing and cement finishing.
5.
Mix mortar to match existing mortar and finish mortar joints so repaired section matches existing historic structures.
6.
Mix and pour masonry cement, sand, and water in the construction of simple forms and for laying bricks, cinder blocks, or flagstones.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes Blueprint reading.)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Interpret and execute specifications and drawings related to masonry tasks and carry out assignments in accordance with oral or written directions, or established policies and practice.
8.
Assist in the development of accurate materials list from plans, sketches, and diagrams
Measurement and Layout
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Leveling of concrete projects such as walls, slabs, walks and curbs.
10.
Use string line, level and square to construct dry and wet masonry structures with uniform taper, slope and batter.
Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Select and use masonry tools such as trowels, rakes, brushes, tuck pointers, jointers, plumb bobs, gauge lines, spirit levels, hammer, and chisels.
12.
Perform proper safety inspections of vehicles, tools and equipment used in the masonry trade.
13.
Use and maintain power tools such as joiners, planers, table and radial arm saws, skill saws, jig saws, routers, hand-held belt sanders and drills.
Knowledge of Materials
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Patch and repair historic buildings, walls, and sites built of stone, mortar, and stucco.
15.
Identify types of stones used and differentiate among the grade and finishes to ascertain necessary material.
16.
Mix and apply mortar using premixed mortars and custom mortars using native and non-native materials and dyes to replicate existing mortared structures.
Dexterity and Safety
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Follow verbal instructions to perform tasks, follow manufacturer's instructions for use of all power tools and follow safety manuals on operation of tools and equipment.
18.
Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) commonly used in stone masonry projects.
19.
Participate in tail-gate safety meeting utilizing job hazard analysis (JHA's) and standard operating procedures (SOP's) for masonry related tasks.
Verification Statement
20.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.