Individual Placement - Park Maintenance

Position Summary The Individual Placement will assist the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park's Facility Management staff in providing daily maintenance of buildings, structures and landscapes along with performing other necessary work to support Resource Management programs within park. As a result, individual placement will assist with preserving the history associated with President Johnson's legacy. Location Johnson City, TX Schedule September 7, 2026 - March 5, 2027 Key Duties and Responsibilities The Individual Placement will be an integral member of the park's facility maintenance team providing support to curatorial staff on exhibit maintenance or repair; supporting interpretive and education staff for special programs and events in order that visitors will be able to learn in a safe and clean environment and assisting with repairs and updates to historic buildings and lands. Duties may also include minor removal of debris and assisting with cleaning/repairing signs and waysides at the parks and along the trail for visitors to be able to learn about the cultural histories at these sites.

The Individual Placement will:

. Assist with maintenance of fences, corrals, and other features of the cultural landscape. . Assist with resource management projects such as tree care, invasive species removal, and rotational grazing. . Operate light trucks and trailers to safely transport self and cargo to work sites in Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. . Operate riding lawn mowers, weed eaters, and UTVs (i.e. John Deere Gator). . Structural reinforcement (e.g., beam replacement, brace additions). . Roof and siding maintenance using period-appropriate materials. . Periodic inspections to mitigate deterioration. .

Vegetation management:

Pruning, removal of invasive species, and replanting with historically accurate vegetation.

Marginal Duties Irrigation and drainage:

Maintaining historic water features or systems.

Trail and path preservation:

Stabilizing historic paths with traditional materials. Other duties as needed. Required Qualifications Be friendly, willing to learn, and patient. Ability to work closely with a team and independently. Have an interest in history, nature, and/or agriculture. Be able to follow National Park Service environmental & historic preservation policies. Enjoys working with the public. Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work in the out-of-doors. Must possess a valid state's driver's license. This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority. Preferred Qualifications General maintenance experience Hours 40 per week Living Accommodations Housing is not provided for this position.

Compensation Living Allowance:

$600/week

Housing Allowance:

$660/month (7 payments)

Relocation Allowance:

$1,100 (paid once) All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information Required Additional Benefits First Aid/CPR AmeriCorps:

Not Eligible Equal Opportunity Statement The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.