- Position Title
- Preservation Helper (Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NC-1616-NAMA-25-12742706-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, June 17, 2025 to Tuesday, July 1, 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 Preservation 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 Preservation Helper, WG-4701-05 position without more than normal supervision?
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Verify equipment parts are present and undamaged.
3.
Check alignment and compatibility of equipment parts.
4.
Follow manufacturer instructions and standard procedures to assemble and install equipment.
5.
Position and secure equipment in designated locations.
6.
Remove and replace defective or broken equipment pars using appropriate techniques.
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.
7.
Preserve, restore, or repair historic materials or structures, which require accuracy, proper spacing and fit, and where appearance is important.
8.
Repairs historic buildings, structures, walls or objects where accurately matching historic materials is required.
9.
Perform routine cleaning of historic masonry and historic metal using cleaning agents to remove naturally accumulated dirt.
10.
Assist with removal of graffiti or other vandalism from historic masonry structures and metal objects.
11.
Use simple sandblasting equipment or similar to clean metal or masonry for the purposes of preservation.
12.
Use basic equipment and preservation techniques to address corrosion and deterioration of historic materials.
13.
Apply oils, powders, desiccants, mists, drying agents, moisture absorbers, and similar agents to preserve parts and surfaces of historic structures, monuments, and objects.
Use of Measuring Instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Determine the appropriate measuring instrument required for the required task
15.
Match measuring instrument precision and range to job specifications
16.
Visually inspect measuring instrument for damage, wear, cleanliness, and readiness for accurate measurement.
17.
Use proper technique to ensure measurement accuracy
18.
Recognize units of measurement and difference between metric versus imperial.
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Interpret and execute specifications and drawings related to preservation tasks and carry out assignments in accordance with oral or written directions, or established policies and practices.
20.
Assist in the development of accurate materials list from plans, sketches, and diagrams.
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.
21.
Select and use preservation tools such as brushes, tuck pointers, plumb bobs, hammers, and chisels.
22.
Perform proper safety inspections of vehicles, tools and equipment used in the masonry trade.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Use and maintain power tools such as sandblasters, power washers, sprayers, 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.
24.
Assists with patch and repair of historic objects and buildings, walls, and sites built of stone, mortar, wood, and metal.
25.
Identify types of stones used and differentiate for the purpose of ascertaining necessary preservation treatments.
26.
Identify types of metal used and differentiate for the purposes of ascertaining necessary preservation treatments.
27.
Mix and apply cleaning agents and preservation products, such as wax for bronze statures, to clean and preserve historic structures, monuments, and objects.
Verification Statement
28.
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.