JOB SUMMARY: A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Open to the first 75 applicants or until 12/09/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. MAJOR DUTIES: Perform advanced maintenance helper duties on historic and non- historic structures, grounds and assist journey level trades workers in construction and maintenance activities. Complete minor carpentry, painting, roofing, plumbing, and electrical work. Determine appropriate type of materials to be used in carpentry, painting, masonry, roofing, plumbing, and electrical maintenance and janitorial work. Use and maintain a variety of tools and equipment related to building, utilities, to measure lengths, area, circumference, quantities, and volume in conducting maintenance activities. Interpret and apply instructions, specs, blueprints, etc. in conducting maintenance and construction activities. Be part of the project management team as an active participant in the park's communication and customer service, provide feedback, make suggestions and demonstrate initiative. Area Information: The position is duty stationed at Springfield Armory National Historic Site in Springfield, Massachusetts. The Armory is an urban park, nestled in the third-largest city in the state, with requisite amenities including a diversity of restaurants and dining, cultural and entertainment districts, powerful and reliable mobile and data, and well-placed transportation networks with limited congestion. In the heart of Western Massachusetts, Springfield is a short commute from smaller residential communities with unique styles - including Northampton, Amherst, Westfield, and the renowned Berkshires. The area is an academic hub with opportunities for training and growth at institutions such as the University of Massachusetts, Amherst College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, and a plethora of local and community schools, such as Springfield Technical Community College on the grounds of the historic site. The climate includes four distinct seasons, including fragrant springs, warm summers, colorful autumns, and moderate winters with countless opportunities for outdoor activities. Springfield is positioned about 2-3 hours away from regional destinations including Boston, New York City, and northern New England. Temperatures in the area range from -10 F to +40 F in the winter and +50 F to +95 F in the summer. Precipitation is approximately 35 inches annually. Springfield Armory National Historic Site tells the story of the nation's first manufacturing arsenal in a rich history that covers almost two centuries with an impact that spans the globe. While the historic museum collection is one of the largest military small arm collections in the world, the archives housed on site reveal a vibrant story of the Armory and the diverse community of Springfield, Massachusetts for 200 years. After 20 years as a continental arsenal built to support the American Revolution, President George Washington established Springfield Armory in 1794 to manufacture arms for the US Army. Early innovations in manufacturing at Springfield led to interchangeable parts, mass production, and the American Industrial Revolution. Expansion of Springfield Armory and the growth of the city in the 20th century brought a diverse workforce in support of the US military in all engagements, particularly World War II when Women Ordnance Workers made up a large proportion of the 14,000 employees laboring 24 hours a day for Allied victory. Today, the National Park Service stewards the museum and archival collections on a 54-acre historic site (32 acres of which is managed as Springfield Technical Community College by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) with many historic structures and landscapes. For more information about this park, visit www.nps.gov/spar. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
