Traditional Trades Advancement Program at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

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Student Conservation Association

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Greeneville, TN, United States

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Position Summary

Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site through projects addressing a range of historic preservation needs. Over the course of a 26-week immersive experience, TTAP participants train and work alongside experienced NPS employees to preserve cultural resources and crucial infrastructure. This position is a great way to gain practical, hands-on experience and the foundation for a career in historic preservation.

Applications close Feb 4, 2025

Schedule

March 17, 2025 - September 19, 2025 [Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm with thirty minutes for lunch.]

Location: Greenville, TN

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The projects at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site will focus on replacing an arbor and preserving and protecting various components of a porch. Additional tasks may include relaying pavers along a walkway and repairing, replacing, and painting the perimeter fencing to match existing. The ideal candidate is excited about hands-on trades work and should be able to demonstrate or discuss their interest in the historic preservation field. TTAP Placements must be able to commit to a 26-week term. This position is scheduled for March 17 – September 12, 2025 with weekends and federal holidays off. This person will be working on the front lines of the park's visitation as they will be working on buildings and or grounds still open to the general public while preforming job duties.

Skills Training & Support Provided:

  • Carpentry
  • Painting and finishes
  • Setting post in concrete
  • Walkway repair
  • Hand and power tools use
  • General preservation maintenance
  • OSHA 10 Construction certification

Position Benefits:

  • $1,440 bi-weekly living allowance (pre-tax)
  • $1000 Funding for independent professional development
  • Travel and associated expenses for in-person Historic Preservation Fundamentals course
  • Public Land Corps Hiring Authority (at position completion)
  • OSHA 10 Certification
  • Training and networking opportunities with NPS and preservation professionals

Marginal Duties

Required Qualifications

  • Interest in historic preservation trades and continuing into the trades field
  • Age restrictions: 18 - 30 (or 35 for Veterans)
  • Must be able to commit to the project for 26 weeks (start date flexible)
  • Physical effort is heavy to moderate for this position and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50lbs, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions.
  • Interest in using hand and power tools in an outdoor setting to complete projects
  • Ability to commute to meet up location daily
  • Follow all safety rules and regulations and participate in ongoing safety culture of the site.

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Local to Greenville, TN (Housing is not provided at this site)
  • Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn from trades professionals.
  • valid driver's license and ability to pass DOI driver standards and background check (driving govt vehicle and or government UTV might be possible to complete task)

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

Commuting required, housing not available

Compensation

  • $1,440 bi-weekly living allowance (pre-tax)
  • $1000 Funding for independent professional development

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

Additional Benefits

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.