This position is located at Steamtown NHS in the Maintenance Division. The purpose of this position is to provide non-journeyman level work in a variety of trades. This is a testing designated position.

Duties

Works as a track crew worker and track maintenance inspector/worker: inspection of the park's track and rail system, and special inspections to meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) standards of class 1, 2 and 3 track; weekly and monthly inspections of the park's switches and frogs systems; completes/maintains track inspection records and updates all repairs and remedial action on all repo1ts; maintains and assures the proper gauge and alignment of all track age to FRA standards, repairs and maintains all turnouts, crossings, crossing signs and signals. Responsible, under the Railroad Workplace Safety Part 214 (Roadway Worker Protection), for the following: sets up Railroad Worker Protection for track worker; provides on-track safety for lone worker; installs derails, lockout/tag out locks, and blue flags in work areas. Provides communications with the park's yardmaster and D&L yardmaster for track repairs work, foul time, blue flagging and the placement of car derail; inform park's dispatcher and D&L dispatcher of out-of-service track age, restricted speed and walk-over areas, in the park's rail yard system. As an FRA qualified roadway worker, may be required to perform duties in close proximity to railroad tracks with the potential of fouling a track. Duties may include serving as a railroad track flagman or watchman/lookout. Roadway workers are considered Maintenance-of-Way employees as defined in 49 CFR Part 214. Performs railroad track work using a variety of power tools and hand tools. Some of the tools are, but not limited to, hydraulic units with attachments (i.e., such as jack han1mers, spikes, spike pullers, drills, saws, rail puller, generators, power drills, chain saws, sledgehammers, railroad jacks, etc.) Performs operator maintenance on all equipment used such as checking fuel levels, oil checks and changes, recommended grease jobs and safety inspections. Make minor repairs to vehicles and equipment (i.e., replacing air filters and inner lights, hose com1ections, replacing gaskets, plugs, fan belts, hydraulic systems, oil and lube services and keeping vehicle clean). CAREER SEASONAL: Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. You will work from approximately February thru December, and you will be in a non-pay status for the remainder of the year.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.Knowledge of materialsTechnical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments SCREEN OUT: Perform simple and routine work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, cement work, painting, and other related trades. I have used simple measures and hand tools to replace broken planks on picnic tables; broken windows using precut stock; minor adjustments or replaces hinges, latches, and catches. I have used a brush and roller on projects where appearances are not critical such as staining picnic tables and trash barrels. I have tightened or replaced plumbing fittings and fixtures which do not require custom fitting or solder joints; replaced faucet washers; unplugged drains using a plunger; replaced liquid petroleum gas bottles. I have performed routine maintenance on campground sites and trails using hand tools to re-grade and reset barriers to restore areas to original appearances. I have operated a light truck to pick up supplies and to transport materials to and from work sites. I have cleaned and serviced chemical toilets, restrooms, and other campground or visitor facilities. I have operated a forklift to load and unload supplies and light equipment not requiring special rigging. My work has been under close supervision, and I referred unusual problems to the supervisor or a higher graded employee. If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Contacts

• Address Steamtown National Historic Site 150 S Washington Ave Scranton, PA 18503-2018 US
• Name: William Jones
• Phone: 4045075774
• Email: [email protected]