Small Craft Operator

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens

• Ability to safely conduct debris operations away from supervision with limited ability to check-in during changing weather conditions.
• Operates vehicles such as pick-up trucks and four-wheel drives.
• Operates motorboats up to 26 feet in length on rivers and open waters.
• Steers a vessel to maintain direction and control.
• Conducts fueling operations by checking levels and handling fuel hose and attachments.
• Paints surfaces of floating plant such as hulls, decks, lettering, and other safety related items.
• Takes care of property aboard vessel and keep all quarters clean and orderly.
• Identifies defective equipment in need of repair or replacement.
• Monitors lines and repair or renew to maintain safe operation.
• Observes safety procedures for crew and all passengers.
• Safely operates a motor vessel up to 70 feet in length in fair and inclement weather.
• Follows direction while performing and/or assisting others with the repair and overhaul of equipment or machinery.
• Interprets manufacturer instructions for stirring and thinning oil-based paints.
• Uses items such as scrapers, sanders, or brushes to prepare surfaces for paint.
• Stays abreast of United States Coast Guard (USCG) procedures for operating vessels up to 70 feet in length.
• Performs general maintenance repairs to boat and other deck equipment.
• Operates deck equipment such as power winches, electric boat davits, and anchor windlass.
• Performs leadership and maritime activities while completing debris missions.

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218.
• Required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Required to pass a pre-employment physical.
• Required to possess and maintain a valid, 100 Ton Master (near coastal) License with current Radar Observer unlimited and assistance Towing Endorsement issued by the U.S. Coast Guard or a recognized school.
• Will be required to pass and maintain Corps small boat operator license.(Within 1 year of hiring).
• Will need to obtain and maintain Corps provided crane certification training (Within 1 year of hiring).
• This position is located in Baltimore, Maryland, Ft. McHenry Field Office and will provide support to Washington, D.C. Drift on an as needed basis.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to do the work independently and safely to conduct vessel operations with limited supervision and limited ability to check-in during changing weather conditions. Ability to do the work of a Small Craft Operator, XH-5786-09 by performing tasks such as 1) Working in the maritime industry operating and maintaining vessels; 2) Leading a crew to accomplish debris missions; 3) Communicating with crew members of many personalities in an enclosed environment on a daily basis; 4) Performing basic/complex maintenance tasks and the ability to troubleshoot/diagnose to remedy the situation and use various hand tools.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: The small craft operator uses moderate effort when operating controls and observing conditions while underway. Coordination of hand and eye is necessary to direct or operate controls while maneuvering into slips.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The small craft operators work on deck, exposed to sun, wind, spray, rain, and ice during year around operations when mooring, unmooring anchoring or weighing anchor. The boat is operated from a sheltered pilot house. Operators are exposed to possible falls on deck and to the possibility of falling overboard. A life jacket is worn at all times when on deck. Incumbent must be able to swim to the standard of the American Red Cross Level II (Basic Floating Techniques and Free Styles Swim) or equivalent certification. Performs repair work on boat and engine in cramped quarters. May be exposed to grease, noise, vibration, gases, fumes, and slippery surfaces.

How you will be evaluated

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

As vacancies occur, the Hiring Manager/Official/Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

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.

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

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

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 must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
• For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
• Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
• 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 additional information, to include formatting tips, 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.

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