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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50438121 |
Description Activated On: 2/1/2024 5:58:46 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This is a professional, specialized marine position at the Erie Maritime Museum responsible for the maintenance and repair of the U.S. Brig Niagara and other museum watercraft, under the oversight of the Museum and Historic Site Administrator and under the supervision of the Captain of the Niagara. The Engineer’s responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining and repairing the modern mechanical and electrical systems aboard the vessel and the research, planning, and execution of major maintenance, repair, and restoration projects on historical and reconstructed portions of Niagara and other museum watercraft according to PHMC guidelines, USCG requirements, and professional standards. The Engineer has supervisory responsibility of the ship’s crew, volunteers and contractors to complete this work, as determined by the Museum and Historic Site Administrator and the Captain of Niagara. Under the supervision of the Niagara’s Captain, the Engineer plans, schedules, and carries out both routine preventative maintenance and large scale repair projects, including repair and/or upgrades to the powertrain, electrical generators, storage batteries and charging system, fire pumps, bilge pumps, fuel transfer pumps, sewage pumps, potable water pumps, domestic plumbing systems, and small boat engines as well as removal and replacement of deteriorated planking and frames, fabrication of new spars, construction and repair of gun carriages, deck and cabin furniture and the removal, repair and replacement of other large structural elements of the ship. The work includes project research, planning and management, employee oversight and training, and public instruction. This work is done primarily in the workshops at the museum, at shipyard, and onboard the Niagara when the ship is in port. The Engineer will also train museum students and volunteers in repair and maintenance of onboard mechanical systems as well as in traditional wooden ship maintenance and repair, through workshop and apprenticeship programs. The Engineer may be called upon to consult on related activities at other sites and locales with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, as directed by the Director of the Bureau of Historic Sites and Museums. The work is performed independently in accordance with PHMC policies and procedures and professional standards under the oversight of the Historic Site and Museum Administrator, under the supervision of the Captain of Niagara and in cooperation with museum, and other PHMC Staff. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Responsible for the research, planning and execution of major maintenance, repair and restoration projects on the U.S. Brig Niagara and other museum watercraft according to PHMC guidelines, USCG requirements, and professional standards. Plans schedules and carries out large scale repair projects, including but not limited to repair and/or upgrade to powertrain system(s), electrical generators, storage batteries and charging system, fire pups, bilge pumps, fuel transfer pumps, sewage pumps, potable water pumps, domestic plumbing systems and small boat engines, removal, repair or replacement of deteriorated planking and frames, fabrication of new spars, construction and repair of gun carriages, deck and cabin furniture. Makes common repairs and plans maintenance for typical contemporary marine electrical and mechanical systems including but not limited to electrical generators, storage batteries and charging system, fire pumps, bilge pumps, fuel transfer pumps, sewage pumps, potable water pumps, domestic plumbing systems, and small boat engines. Makes common constructions and repairs involving scarf joints, mortise & tenon joints, dowel joints, Dutchmen repairs, plank spiling, general wood shaping and fitting, by use of hand and power tools to wooden spars, planks, cabinetry, furniture, beams, frames, fittings, etc. Identifies rotten or damaged structures and develops plans and executes safe removal and repair without damage or distortion to adjacent structures. Erects and works from scaffolding for repair of masts, spars, and ship’s bottom when in drydock and to access ship’s mechanical systems below deck. Performs traditional wooden ship caulking. Keeps the Niagara’s hull, decks cabinetry, furniture, boats, masts, spars, machinery and systems in seaworthy condition to the satisfaction of the Site Administrator and the Captain of Niagara, as required by the practice of good seamanship, pre-emptive maintenance and diligent inspection. Generates and maintains the ship’s maintenance and repair work lists to accomplish all of this. Works cooperatively with PHMC staff and volunteers to facilitate routine care and maintenance of the Niagara and other museum watercraft, including training and overseeing staff, volunteers and contractors as assigned. Develops and implements annual, monthly and daily preventative maintenance plans for the Niagara and other watercraft, identifying and correcting any mechanical or structural hazard that represents a threat to the safe and efficient operation. Diagnoses problems, determining the appropriate remedy and utilizing available tools, equipment and resources to effect corrective action. Recommends the need for additional expertise when necessary. Oversees other crew members assigned to assist with projects on an intermittent or permanent basis. Performs work with considerable independence, with periodic verbal and written reports to superiors. Maintains research data and repair project documentation on the Niagara and museum watercraft collections and manages maintenance and restoration project budgets. Responsible for ensuring all volunteers, crew members and contractors utilize appropriate fuels, oils, hydraulics and other fluids for the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems and the appropriate varnish, paint and preservatives for the protection of wooden vessels. Under oversight of the Site Administrator, develops and manages a volunteer training and apprenticeship program based at the Erie Maritime Museum, teaching repair and maintenance of onboard mechanical systems as well as traditional wooden ship maintenance, repair and carpentry skills. Oversees students and apprentices as they assist with Niagara and museum watercraft maintenance projects and repairs. Assists in raising funds for the Niagara and the conservation of watercraft collections by advising on grant proposals and serving as an advocate for the protection of the watercraft collection and the apprenticeship program. Assists with the site’s interpretive programming and serves on site and PHMC committees as assigned. May be assigned to represent the Erie Maritime Museum and PHMC at mission-related public meetings and professional conferences. May also assist in support activities at other sites and locales within the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, as directed by the Director of the Bureau of Historic Sites and Museums. Sails as a crew member (Able Bodied, AB) onboard the Niagara, on a short-term intermittent basis as needed, and must be knowledgeable and capable of performing sailing crew member duties. Works cooperatively with the Site Administrator, Niagara crew, museum staff, volunteers and contractors to perform all of these tasks. Is on call for emergencies affecting the Niagara and other museum watercraft. Responsible for being familiar with PHMC general safety rules and safety rules specific to this position; for working in a safe manner and following all PHMC safety rules; immediately reporting all workplace injuries or incidents to their supervisor; and to immediately correct any safety hazards in the work area or report same to supervisor. Supports and advances the diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility goals of the agency and adhere to the PHMC Core Values. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Assesses watercraft seaworthiness and safety. Assesses watercraft maintenance and repair needs and assigns task priority. Oversees maintenance and repair projects. Oversight of assigned staff and volunteers, and monitoring of contractor performance. Manages maintenance and restoration project budgets. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: 1. Class C Driver’s license. 2. Knowledge of seamanship at Able Bodied level. Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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