General Equipment Mechanic Job in Vicksburg, MS

Vacancy No. CERG256505516194HW Department U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Salary $28.50 to $35.04 Grade 10 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/7/2025 Close Date 2/24/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Vicksburg, MS


Summary

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: As a General Equipment Mechanic with the Maintenance Section, you will perform journeyman level maintenance on mechanically-operated (electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, or combinations thereof) lock structures on the Red or Ouachita/Black River Systems and tributaries of these rivers.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

  • Perform diagnostic maintenance inspections, preventive maintenance, and test on all lock operation systems.
  • Determine the extent of needed repairs and perform operational inspections.
  • Perform welder duties using electric acetylene and/or inert gas shielded welding processes.
  • Install, repair and maintain high pressure piping systems such as hydraulic and high pressure air or oil line systems.
  • Perform major and minor repairs to lock operating systems, machinery, structural components, and related equipment at regularly scheduled intervals to minimize costly delays to river traffic.
  • Perform work from building plans, sketches and schematics to troubleshoot, layout and fabricate.
  • Regularly operates a large mobile crane often in work area restricted in maneuverability, such as from a barge or lock wall.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 75% of the time.
  • This position requires work to be frequently performed in inclement weather.
  • Incumbent must currently possess or be willing to obtain and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement within 18-24 months from date of hire.(The exact timeframe is at management discretion.)
  • Incumbent must currently possess or be willing to obtain and maintain a 4G certification in welding within 18-24 months from date of hire. (The exact timeframe is at management discretion.)
  • If you currently possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License or 4G Welding Certification, a copy MUST be submitted with this application in order to be considered for this position.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period.

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.

Note: If selected at WY-10 level, the incumbent must be willing to obtain and maintain a Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement within 18-24 months from the date of hire. (The exact timeframe is at management discretion.)

Note: If selected at WY-10 level, the incumbent must be willing to obtain and maintain a 4G Welding Certification with 18-24 months from the date of hire. (The exact timeframe is at management discretion.)

Note: If selected at WY-11 level, the incumbent must currently possess a Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement and a 4G Certification in Welding.(A copy of your valid Class A CDL and 4G Welding Certificate must be submitted with this application.)

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element) WY-4737-10: Ability to do the work of a(n) General Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision which includes performing maintenance on mechanically operated lock structures that vary in size, making a wide range of simple welds on flat surfaces, assisting in maintenance inspection, assisting in the installation of air, water, hydraulic line, etc., assisting in the repair of gas and diesel engines.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element) WY-4737-11: Ability to do the work of a(n) General Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision which includes performing the full range of diagnostic maintenance inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, parts replacement, and/or major overhaul on all lock operating systems, machinery, structural components equipment at navigational locks, electrically and/or hydraulically operates gates and valves; and working with light, heavy gauge and hardened metals, welding all the various types of weldable items assigned, using flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Physical Effort: Work normally requires frequent standing, stooping, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Carries objects weighing up to 30 pounds for short distance on an occasional basis. All major duties of the position performed in locations where extensive standing, stooping, stretching, climbing and lifting are not necessary to effectively accomplish the tasks. Uses normal coordination of eyes, hands, legs and body in installing, repairing,-operating, or testing equipment in locations easily accessible such as lockwalls, machinery recesses, lock chambers maintenance shops and yards. Occasionally climbs short ladders (i.e., to gain access to crane cab and machinery recess, etc.). Occasionally works from scaffolding and suspended stages. Directs lower graded employees to assist and to accomplish heavy lifting and carrying.
  • Working Conditions: Works inside and outside during the day or night, subject to inclement weather, on high structures usually over water which is frequently turbulent, in the proximity of moving machinery and high voltage electrical equipment on scaffolds and from slings. Occasionally will work behind bulkheads below the water level. Incumbent is also subject to falls, drowning, injury or discomfort and when inside, exposure to drafts, changing temperatures, and loud noises. Uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, hard toe shoes, respirators, and protective clothing. Working conditions have been considered in the evaluation of the job and environmental differential pay is not warranted for duties performed. Is normally assigned to the day shift, but is subject to call during other shifts in case of extreme emergency or other conditions requiring round-the-clock repair activities to restore lock to operational status.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) Logistics - Materiel Maintenance Management Career Field position.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
  • This position is covered by the AFGE bargaining unit.
  • All qualification requirements must be met by closing date of this announcement.
  • This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date.
  • This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain DoD Positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
  • This particular announcement will be utilizing Expedited Referral Process. Your resume will not be reviewed for qualifications until a selection is made.
  • Management may make a selection at the WY-10 or WY-11 grade level.
  • If selected at the WY-10 level, you are required to obtain a valid 4G Certification in Welding and a Class A Commercial Driver's License within 18-24 months from date of hire (the exact timeframe is at management discretion).
  • If selected at the WY-11 level, you are required currently possess a valid 4G Certification in Welding and a Class A Commercial Driver's License. (A copy MUST be submitted with this application in order to be considered for this position.).

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your 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
  • Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
  • 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.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/24/2025 to receive consideration

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12686194).
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
  • IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
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Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Address
RG-W2R904 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-VICKSBURG
DO NOT MAIL
Vicksburg, MS 39183
US

Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking (as applicable) for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.


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