Mason
What you'd do
The National Gallery of Art welcomes all people to explore art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Millions of people come through our doors each year, with even more online, making us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Our renowned collection includes over 160,000 works of art, from the ancient world to today. Admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.
Major duties
This position is located in the National Gallery of Art's Maintenance Department of Facilities Management. The Mason is responsible for maintenance and repair of all interior and exterior marble, stonework, and other masonry at the National Gallery of Art and Sculpture Garden facilities. Duties for this position include: Matching new masonry with existing masonry and finishes to exacting standards. Working on lifts, scaffolding, and ladders which the incumbent helps to set up and remove as necessary. Performing other masonry functions such as fastening marble or stonework veneer to the face of a structure using tie wire or anchor holes. Cutting, shaping, and finishing various kinds of stone and marble. Following plans, instructions, and directions in setting up material, and equipment for assigned work or specialized projects. Sorting stone by size and shape and lays stone according to masonry principles to obtain strength and a lasting appearance. Using masonry tools, materials, and related equipment properly and safely. Fabricating and installing items in assigned portions of exhibition spaces and areas of the permanent collection. Utilizing a specialized array of cleaning agents to clean marble and stonework. Cleaning around works of art, when working in the galleries and other public spaces. Exercising care and extra precaution in performing work near any works of art in order to avoid damage. Choosing approved chemicals and equipment that will not damage any art in the area.
What you need to qualify
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 inspect Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blue print reading) Measurement and layout Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment Knowledge of materials Dexterity and safety Minimum Qualification Screen-Out: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision 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. Specialized Experience Statement: Candidates must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent in responsibility to the WG-09 level in the Federal service or private sector laying brick, block and stone in straight courses, patterns, arches, and structural configurations requiring close tolerance, alignment, and structural integrity; mixing and applying mortar, grout, and concrete to achieve required strength, durability, and finish; using and maintaining a full range of hand tools, power tools, and masonry equipment, including mixers, saws, grinders, and layout tools; and performing work independently with minimal supervision, planning work sequences, and selecting appropriate materials and methods. Investigation of Fitness A character investigation may be conducted on applicants selected for employment. The purpose of such an investigation is to secure evidence of the candidate's honesty, integrity, general character, and loyalty to the U.S. Government. Such investigations will be conducted under the security requirements of the hiring agency. OPM Qualifications Standard: Federal Wage System Qualifications You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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