The Historic Preservation Training Center (HPTC) is a division under the Park Planning, Facilities and Lands (PPFL) directorate of the National Park Service (NPS). HPTC offers skilled day labor services in the preservation trades, architecture, and project management fields to preserve and maintain our nation's historic resources. Our skilled staff use our project work as a vehicle to train others in preservation philosophy, preservation technology, the traditional trades, and project management skills.

Description of Duties:

• Assisting a HPTC crew in offering skilled day labor services in the preservation trades, architecture, and project management fields to preserve and maintain our nation's historic resources
• Safely and accurately removing and replacing roofing
• Conducting window repair work involving replacing old window components
• Remove and restore log building materials
• Utilize paint to restore historic structures, both indoor and outdoor
• Flooring repair and replacement in old structures
• Each job will have safety plans developed and on site for employee safety to be maintained at a high standard

Qualifications:

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• Must be 18-30 years of age (35 for Veterans with DD- 214)
• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check
• Moderate to heavy physical effort is required for this position, including occasional lifting or handling of objects over 40 lbs 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
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, climb and walk in all manners of environmental conditions such as rain, mud, and extreme heat or cold
• Ability to lift 50lbs, and willing learn historic preservation techniques
• Willingness to work in heat, cold, and elevated work locations
• Ability to commit to full duration of the position

Orientation and Training:

• Asbestos Awareness
• Emergency Response
• Fall Hazard Awareness
• OSHA 10
• First Aid / CPR
• Occupational Noise
• Respiratory Protection
• PPE Training

Additional Position and Community Information

• Member will drive agency vehicle
• On-site housing is NOT available
• Frequent travel for extended periods will be a requirement for this position. Selected members should expect to arrange and cover travel expenses up front before submitting for reimbursement

 Benefits:

• Hourly Wage: $18 - $20/hr. (dependent on experience)
• Healthcare Coverage if Eligible
• $1,000 professional development stipend

Supervisor Name and Contact Information:

Ariana Nye

Program Coordinator, Stewards Individual Placements

anye@conservationlegacy.org

(304) 860-5506