USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Special Materials Crafter (Carpenter)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$36.12/hr - $42.20/hrThe National Gallery of Art is seeking a Special Materials Crafter (Carpenter) to work under the direct supervision of the Head of the Exhibits shop. The role involves constructing and installing temporary exhibitions and permanent collection galleries using various materials while ensuring special conservation needs are met and deadlines are adhered to.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work from small scale construction plans of all parts of National Gallery buildings and outdoor spaces, exhibitions, and permanent collection spaces to prepare finished installations, construction partitioning and ceilings (using wood or metal studs and plywood), panels, cases and any other element as determined. Consult with and makes recommendations to the supervisor, designer and/or production coordinator for changes and improvements as necessary, when changes affect the original concept
Determine sound and efficient construction methods to be used in the fabrication of installations and their components utilizing a variety of special techniques
Be responsible for cutting, machining, forming, cementing, cleaning, glazing with wax, polishing, repairing chemical cemented vitrine joints, removing scratches, finishing, and annealing acrylic in various thicknesses and sizes to achieve final product
Exercise ability to solve special problems of installations as well as structural and security problems concerning works of art
Be responsible for efficiently and effectively using unusual and specially ordered materials where possible error would result in great monetary and time loss
Interpret scale detail AutoCAD, Sketchup and/or hand drawings; read and understand construction blueprints; and analyze and change construction details as necessary, with prior consultation and approval
Accurately replicate existing architectural moldings and construct historical moldings needed for installations using molder/shapers, table and band saws and routers
Determine the type of material, such as wood, metal, plastic, or glass required to fabricate cases, panels, graphics and other complex exhibition components
Estimate and determine quantity of materials to be ordered, time required for scheduling fabrication and installation of exhibition components and plans accordingly to accomplish the project
Qualification
Required
You must be a United States Citizen
This employer participates in the e-Verify program
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity
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)
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job
Ability to Do the Work of the Position Without More Than Normal Supervision
Technical Practices
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc
Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools
Knowledge of Materials
Requires work indoors and outdoors in all-weather types
Requires dexterity sufficient to design elements accurately and operate tools safely
Requires ability to walk
Requires safe use of dangerous equipment
Requires work in loud and dusty spaces
Requires ability to stand for long periods of time
Requires work on scaffolds and at heights up to 40' off the floor
Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, without assistance
Requires extended exposure to eye, skin, nose and lung irritation from glue, bonding chemicals, and vapors
Must be able to nail and saw lumber
Requires availability for occasional duty time outside of normal work hours
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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