Historic Preservation Corps - Maintenance Action Team Member

Student Conservation Association

Point Marion, PA, United States

Position Summary

Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at multiple National Historic Sites through projects addressing a range of preservation needs, primarily carpentry and preservation maintenance. Crew members will have the opportunity to develop their skills in several preservation and general trades, including carpentry, window restoration, wood bridge repair, cedar shingle roof repairs, and other preservation maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate is excited about hands-on trades work and should be able to demonstrate or discuss their interest in the preservation field.

Schedule

Oct 13 - Nov 21

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Project Locations:

Western Pennsylvania:

Flight 93 National Memorial

Friendship Hill National Historic Site

Fort Necessity National Historic Site

Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site

Benefits:

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority (at position completion)

Transportation during projects and between project sites

Training and networking opportunities with NPS and preservation professionals

Opportunity to continue into additional SCA preservation trades crews following this position

Shared crew housing

$500 Professional Development stipend

Required Qualifications

Interest in historic preservation trades

Age restrictions: 18 - 30 (or 35 for Veterans)

Must be able to commit to project dates

Physical effort is heavy to moderate for this position and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 lbs, 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

Must be able and willing to work outside in various temperatures and weather conditions.

Willing and able to use hand and power tools to complete projects

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.

This position is NOT AmeriCorps eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

Some preservation, carpentry, or general trades experience

Experience working on a team

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

Shared Park housing provided

Compensation

$600 Weekly Living allowance
$650 one-time Travel Allowance to/from project site
$500 Professional Development stipend

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

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

Additional Benefits

AmeriCorps: Not eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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