This position is located in Gulf Islands National Seashore, in the Facility Management Division. This job announcement is open to receive applications from the first 100 applicants. The job announcement will remain open until either the quota of 100 applicants, or 08/11/2025 is reached. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration, even those that exceed the 100 applicant limit.
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) Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles) Reliability and Dependability as a Small Craft Operator 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. 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. 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.
As a Small Craft Operator, you will perform the following duties: Oversees and manages safety aspects of all watercraft operations, such as proper navigational operations, safety of cargo and personnel, proper loading of cargo, determinations as to whether or not to operate in certain sea and/or weather conditions. Transports and assists scientific parties in locating intended sites in order that research can be conducted. Conducts towing and salvage operations. Collects potable water samples from water systems on islands. Collects beach water samples from Ship Island. Maintains and repairs building wiring, lighting, and branch circuits; replaces fixtures and outlets. Performs electrical preventive maintenance, troubleshoots and repairs appliances, marine and shore power generators up to 60 kw, and other electrical equipment. Operates and maintains multiple pieces of heavy equipment and attachments with hydraulic controls (e.g., tractors, skid-steers, excavators, and backhoe). Conducts inspections of vessels, recommending repairs during annual yard haul-outs and to maintain vessel in good, safe operating condition by making minor adjustments and repairs as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative for vessel haul outs and repairs. Writes scopes of work (SOW) for routine vessel maintenance and repairs.