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: Stands regular scheduled watches in the central control monitor room of the engine room located on a diesel powered, Seagoing Hopper Dredge May be selected at any grade level with non-competitive promotion potential to target grade
Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Second Assistant Engineer Diesel ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common routine repairs or assisting the Chief Engineer and other senior engineers with the major repairs PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work involves standing, climbing, bending in occasionally cramped and awkward positions. Frequently handles objects weighing from 5 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects over 40 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Required to live aboard the Dredge WHEELER during his/her tour of duty, which will generally be 2 weeks on duty/2 weeks off duty. Normal shift is 12-hour days with shift work. Due to the working schedule on the WHEELER, it is not a requirement to live locally, but it would be advantageous to the employee to avoid travel expenses as the Corps of Engineers does not pay transportation to and from the vessel. Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. The work environment involves considerable risk from potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to high voltage and working aboard a ship which at times could be exposed to rough seas which may create a potential personal risk. There is exposure to cuts, bruises, scrapes, broken bones and dangers of slipping from ladders and work stands.
Operate all engine room machinery on a diesel-powered seagoing hopper dredge.
Observe and operate pressure and temperature gauges.
Indicate abnormal alarms in the engine room.
Inspect all operating machinery to insure proper functioning.
Maintain central control of the engine room.
Operate steering gear, bow thruster, and dredge pump equipment.