Masonry Worker (Seasonal)

National Park Service • Kings Canyon National Park, CA

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About The Position

The Masonry Worker assists with maintenance, repair, and restoration of stone structures and surfaces. Duties vary by grade. At WG-7, the employee assists with preparing test mixes and amended or unamended mortars to specifications, and removes damaged portions of walls, partitions, and similar structures in preparation for repair, with minimal direct supervision. At WG-8, the employee performs stone masonry, rough carpentry, and mechanical work to preserve historic and non-historic structures, including traditional dry- and wet-stacked stone masonry techniques, with guidance from a supervisor.

The typical season lasts no more than six months between April and November, although timing may vary with weather, project needs, and funding. Depending on the park, the anticipated entry-on-duty period is April–May 2027. The position may be filled as a temporary seasonal appointment not to exceed 1,560 hours rather than 1,039 hours, depending on the park and program. Employment may end at any time due to funding, project needs, performance, or other considerations.

Work is primarily outdoors and may involve harsh weather, remote and uneven terrain, elevations from sea level to 10,000 feet, or work in or near bodies of water. Employees may be exposed to dust, fumes, noise, vibration, hazardous materials, wildlife, and risks such as falls and injuries. Safety requirements include wearing protective clothing and equipment, which may include gloves, face shields, and a respirator. Government quarters may be required; housing may be available but is not guaranteed. Telework is suitable only during an emergency or natural disaster.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Must pass a background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Must participate in Direct Deposit.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or at least 16 and meet one of the listed education, vocational training, or student-employment conditions.
• Must demonstrate sufficient knowledge and ability in the job-related factors, including ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out), technical practices, interpreting instructions and specifications including blueprint reading, measurement and layout, using and maintaining tools and equipment, knowledge of materials, dexterity, and safety.
• Must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element and obtain an average of at least 2 points across the job elements to qualify.
• Application resume must detail relevant experience and training and support responses to the assessment questionnaire.
• Must wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards.
• Must complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• May be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift work.
• Government quarters may be required.
• Must be able to work from ladders, scaffolds, platforms, and cramped or hard-to-reach places; sit, stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, and work in uncomfortable positions; and potentially walk, hike, climb, or drive over rough terrain.
• Must be able to lift or carry up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining, repairing, and restoring stone structures and surfaces.
• Assist with preparation of test mixes and prepare amended and unamended mortars according to specifications.
• Remove damaged portions of walls, partitions, and similar structures in preparation for repair, with minimal direct supervision.
• Perform stone masonry, rough carpentry, and mechanical work to preserve historic and non-historic structures.
• Use traditional dry- and wet-stacked stone masonry techniques in preservation work.
• Follow applicable masonry requirements and standards and manufacturer specifications when working with chemical agents.
• Comply with safety and occupational health requirements and wear required protective clothing and equipment.

Benefits

• Uniform allowance will be provided.
• A federal employee benefits package is described as available, with eligibility dependent on position type and other factors.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed