Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP) – George Washington Memorial Parkway

EPIC•McLean, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

American Conservation Experience (ACE), in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS), is seeking two members for the Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP) at the George Washington Memorial Parkway. This program is designed for enthusiastic individuals interested in gaining experience in historic preservation. No prior education or experience in the field is required. The program aims to support historic preservation projects alongside parkway staff, contributing to the 'DC Safe and Beautiful' efforts. Members will engage in various maintenance and repair tasks, including painting, graffiti removal, vegetation management, masonry repair, and asphalt repair. Day-to-day duties involve painting various park structures, cleaning and waxing wayside panels, removing graffiti and invasive plants, pruning trees and shrubs for safety and visibility, repairing walkways, securing railings, and performing water drainage checks. Throughout the term, members will develop skills in preservation, restoration, stabilization, and maintenance of significant cultural sites. This placement also facilitates professional development, exposure to land management agencies, and networking opportunities with professionals, potentially including shadowing different work groups.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
Must be ages 18-30 (up to 35 if a U.S. veteran).
Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
Ability to be both self-directed/work alone and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
Must be 21+ to drive due to ACE's insurance and liability requirements.
Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks.
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations, and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
May not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.

Nice To Haves

Ability and willingness to learn and work independently and collaboratively with a team.
Carry out work duties that include heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, and exposure to heat and humidity.
Deep interest in historic preservation, trades, and/or the environment.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repair projects such as painting, graffiti removal, vegetation removal, repairing masonry surfaces, and asphalt repair.
Paint post and chains, bollards, picnic tables, large planters, light posts, signposts, curbs/wayside bases and frames, trellises, and barriers.
Clean and wax wayside panels.
Clean the exteriors of structures by removing graffiti and invasive plants.
Prune trees and shrubs to improve visibility and reduce hazards.
Address other safety hazards by repairing walkways (softening edges) and securing railings.
Perform water drainage checks.
Cultivate skills in preservation, restoration, stabilization, and maintenance projects.
Participate in professional development opportunities and network with professionals.
Complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations, and mid-term evaluations (for longer terms).

Benefits

Living allowance of $720/week, dispersed bi-weekly.
Potential eligibility for Public Land Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority upon completion of term and 640 hours of service.
$1,000 professional development stipend for pre-approved uses.
Position-specific training and orientation.
OSHA-10 training.
Introduction to Preservation Horticulture training.

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