This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Performs maintenance and repair on diesel engines, transmissions, cranes, bulldozers, winches, and electrical systems aboard the dredge Goetz. Assists with watchstanding duties and supports other mechanics to ensure continuous, safe operation of floating plant equipment.
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Heavy Mobile and Marine Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I can perform repairs and maintenance on engines, transmissions, cranes, and electrical systems; disassemble and rebuild parts; adjust equipment for proper operation. Work is under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews work for completion. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Assists in removing, disassembling, and rebuilding diesel engines (15 to 5500 HP). Installs new parts, rebuilds fuel and water pumps, adjusts valve and fuel timing to restore engines to proper operating condition.
Disassembles and repairs marine transmissions and reduction gears. Replaces and adjusts transmission controls. Overhauls mechanical and automatic transmissions on tractors, excavators, and bulldozers.
Performs maintenance on bulldozers, cranes, and winches. Replaces tracks, rollers, cables, hydraulic hoses, brake and clutch linings. Adjusts components to restore equipment to proper working order.
Maintains and repairs 6, 12, 24, and 32-volt electrical systems. Removes and installs starters, alternators, batteries, and voltage regulators to restore units to normal operation.
Relieves watch standers during breaks and absences, maintaining engine room safety and operations. Assists Chief Electrician and Marine Equipment Mechanic as needed for repairs and maintenance.