Summary
This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
Hiring is at the WJ-4742-07 or WJ-4742-08 level. Selection at either grade is at managements discretion.
WJ-4742-07 positions have a full performance levelofWJ-4742-08 and are eligible for non-competitive promotion once licensing requirement and full satisfactory performance is meet.
Clarification from the agency
See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.
Duties
- In this position, you will serve on a 6000 ton, 3140 cubic yard, 6000 horsepower diesel seagoing hopper dredge.
- Stands regular watch and is responsible for the proper and continuous operation of machinery and service facilities of the dredge during his shift (e.g., main and auxiliary engines, generators, pumps, etc.).
- Makes regular and/or special inspection of all operating /machinery to ensure that they are functioning properly by observing temperature gauges, pressure indicators, oil levels, etc., and reactions of machinery.
- Maintains operations log.
- Operates all equipment in engine room as may be required.
- Supervises and reviews Junior Engineers, Oilers and others as assigned to perform shift or other work. Instructs personnel under supervision in safe work methods and proper utilization of all equipment, including safety devices.
- Assists Chief Engineer in making minor and major repairs to engines, auxiliaries, facilities, and equipment.
- When assigned, takes charge of the Engine Department during dock tie-up periods.
Conditions of Employment
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Must be willing to serve a one-year probationary period, if applicable.
- Position requires a pre-employment physical, then annually thereafter.
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
- Must be willing to take and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and must be willing and able to pass random drug and alcohol tests thereafter.
Qualifications
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.
Basic Requirement for Position:
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):
Ability to do the work of a 3rd Assistant Engineer (Diesel) without more than normal supervision. Your resume must demonstrate your ability to perform simple repairs to engine room equipment, read gauges and instruments during continuous operations and stand regular watch. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Ability to do the work of a 2nd Assistant Engineer (Diesel) without more than normal supervision. Your resume must demonstrate your ability to independently perform complex repairs to engine room equipment, read gauges and instruments during continuous operations and stand regular watch. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Job ElementsThe skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics listed below are important to succeed in the job:
- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-out Element)
- Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
- Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
- Use of Measuring Instruments
- Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
- Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
- Knowledge of Materials
3rd Assistant Engineer (Diesel) Licensing/Certification (Selective Placement Factor): In addition to meeting the experience requirement of this position, applicants:
- Must possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as a Third Assistant Engineer (or higher), Upon Motor Vessels of Unlimited Horsepower; for Diesel
- Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping as an Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (or higher), and
- Must possess a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC).
(Note: Applicants must provide a copy of all 3 documents listed above, at time of application or your application package will be ruled as incomplete, and you will not receive any further employment consideration).
2nd Assistant Engineer (Diesel) Licensing/Certification (Selective Placement Factor): In addition to meeting the experience requirement of this position, applicants:
- Must possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as a 2nd Assistant Engineer (or higher), Upon Motor Vessels of Unlimited Horsepower; for Diesel
- Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping as an Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (or higher), and
- Must possess a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC).
(Note: Applicants must provide a copy of all 3 documents listed above, at time of application or your application package will be ruled as incomplete, and you will not receive any further employment consideration).
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Light to moderate effort is required while standing watch and performing repairs.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in engine room subject to loud noises and excessive temperatures. Is exposed to hazards of cuts, bruises, burns, etc. Drowning hazard exists in same degree as on other non-deck jobs.
Education
This position does not have an education requirement.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
1. Your resume:
- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Cover Letter, optional
- This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: Michael.C.Hass@usace.army.mil
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Alternate applications (e.g., facsimile applications) will not be accepted.
The complete application package must be submitted to the email address provided above by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/12/2024 to receive consideration.
Next steps
The evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
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