Building Restoration Specialist - VID 203493

Description

• Research history of historic buildings, components, and techniques.
• Train the restoration crew in appropriate historic preservation techniques and provide training related to health and safety.
• Supervise and direct performance of staff in the metal fabrication shop on all work encompassing historic and landmark preservations or repairs.
• Prepare labor and material cost estimates for each project undertaken by the restoration crew for budget preparation purposes.
• Metal fabrication including benders, shapers, welding, finishing and specialty coating
• Welding operations including MIG, TIG, stick, gas and thermal types
• Monitor historic sites to identify and prevent structural deterioration and repairs, interior and exterior components, architecture, facade, and surrounding perimeter without adversely affecting their significance.
• Work closely with the Capitol architects and engineers in both a hands on and/or advisory capacity to maintain and preserve historic integrity in repairs and modifications to the NYS Capitol and other executive buildings and spaces.

Requirements

• Plaster and masonry molds
• CNC Waterjet technology
• Successful completion of forklift training and trainer certification process.
• Proficiency in the utilization of specialized equipment as a highly skilled craftsman to fabricate or completely replicate historic building components for preservation. This equipment includes the following:
• Candidates qualifying through the completion of appropriate course work should include a copy of their transcript or listing of course work completed.
• Specialty casting and spin casting equipment
• Successful completion of Asbestos Inspector and Supervisor Certification Course (within 90 days of appointment).
• Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment.
• Direct highly skilled craftsmanship peculiar to restoration work which may span across varied trades such as the fabrication of special hardware and duplication of original features.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Specialty lathes, taps, and dies for hardware fabrication
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s License
• A copy of a trades union card is acceptable documentary proof of qualification.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance