You will perform work involved in the maintenance and repair of grounds, walkways, exterior structures, campgrounds, buildings and related utilities and operate light duty motor vehicles weighting up to 10,000 pounds. Career-Seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis.

Duties

Perform carpentry repairs using simple measures and hand tools on such tasks as replacing broken planks on picnic tables; repairing siding or wooden chairs with nails, reapplying/repairing molding, or installing shelving, signage or items like whiteboards. Repairs minor wood structures, such as park benches, waste baskets, and signs. Performs simple operational maintenance on heating, venting and air conditioning equipment by cleaning out chiller condenser tubing, cleaning the cooling tower, inspecting and replacing filters. Excavates broken water valves and sprinkler heads and Tightens simple connections to stop leaks. Prepares ground to lay sod or plants flowers and shrubs using provided and simple drawings. Assists in planting, transplanting, fertilizing, mulching, watering and pruning under specific instructions and under supervision. Assists with various landscape activities such as plant propagation, survival, herbicide spraying and other routine maintenance operations. Cleans and prepares buildings, walls, trim, and floor surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping, or wire brushing. Inspects, maintains, and replaces light bulbs in a variety of fixtures both inside and outside. Complies with stipulations in lighting plans as applicable (e.g., museums, displays, special applications). Incumbent removes damaged portions of walls or other similar architectural features in preparation for repair of damage. Mows lawns using large, complex industrial-type (walking and riding type) power mowers and small domestic power mowers. Performs routine maintenance and repair on equipment.

Requirements

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/04/2024-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. 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) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) 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 Valley Forge National Historical Park 1400 North Outer Line Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406 US
• Name: Sharon Sample
• Phone: 267-638-1572
• Email: [email protected]