Historic Infrastructure Fellow: Natchez Preservation & Carpentry

American Conservation Experience; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance $720/week

Training travel reimbursement up to $1

Professional development stipend $1,0

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority

Job summary

American Conservation Experience (ACE) seeks a TTAP Historic Infrastructure member to contribute to Natchez National Historical Park preservation projects. You will work with park staff to learn traditional trades, take part in condition assessments, and assist with painting, carpentry, and masonry tasks while gaining hands-on experience in historic infrastructure care.

The position offers a structured learning environment, daily mentorship, and potential travel/reimbursement support as part of

Qualifications

• Willing to undergo and pass the required criminal history checks.
• ACE members must complete biweekly timesheets and term evaluations.
• Must meet Public Land Corps eligibility requirements.
• Ability to work independently and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
• Willingness to work outdoors and safely use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition assessments and document historic structures.
• Assist with preservation and maintenance of doors, windows, shutters, porches, trim, and siding.
• Perform minor wood repairs and carpentry or masonry maintenance as needed.
• Learn preservation techniques and maintenance practices for historic infrastructure.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

American Conservation Experience (ACE) seeks a TTAP Historic Infrastructure member to contribute to Natchez National Historical Park preservation projects. You will work with park staff to learn traditional trades, take part in condition assessments, and assist with painting, carpentry, and masonry tasks while gaining hands-on experience in historic infrastructure care.

The position offers a structured learning environment, daily mentorship, and potential travel/reimbursement support as part of