Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:

• Work on an operating traditionally rigged, square-rigged sailing vessel.
• Going Aloft.
• Rigging and handling sails.
• Striking yards and topmasts to deck and sending them back aloft; working the capstan.
• Striking and rigging blocks and running rigging; tensioning standing rigging; repairing and making new both running and standing rigging, using the traditional skills of worming, parceling, serving, splicing, seizing, and taring.

Physical Demands: Frequently exerts heavy physical effort by lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects up to 100 pounds, and more with assistance, sometimes using their entire body weight to load tag lines or move suspended loads into position. Works with and around power equipment, in close, narrow, confines and from decks, masts, yards, booms, scaffolds, ladders and boatswain chairs and must independently climb up to 150 feet aloft where slippery and unstable footing and awkward and uncomfortable positions are often necessary.

Working Conditions: Works inside and outside in all types of weather, usually in and around historic ships and on museum docks in full view and alongside of the general public. Must use care in working with specific tools and equipment to prevent serious accidents. May be required to work various days and hours, shift work, and be required to operate a motor vehicle as part of these duties. Must wear prescribed maintenance uniform and safety equipment according to established standards.

Conditions of employment

AnMust be a U.S. Citizen or National.

• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit Home | E-Verify
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Government housing may be available but is not guaranteed.
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• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
• You may be required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
• You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
• You must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/26/2026-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)
• Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)
• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of materials
• Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)
• Use of Measuring Instruments

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. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. 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.

You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

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.