Engineer (Diesel)

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: Serves as a Diesel Engineer on a 85'X30' 2560 HP diesel powered towboat engaged in towing, snagging, dredging, and channel maintenance, lock and dam maintenance, and normal or emergency operations. Works under the supervision of the towboat supervisor.

NOTE: Assigned to MV Strong.

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Duties

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• Responsible for the continued operation and maintenance of the engine room, making periodic checks of engine room machinery, auxiliary plants, electrical systems, refrigerating, plumbing and heating systems, machinery, auxiliary equipment, and etc.
• Plans regular work schedule and responds to emergency work requirements and repairs and initiates or participates in review and improvement of work methods.
• Maintains good housekeeping and general repairs and maintenance aboard the towboats interior and exterior- this includes painting, daily cleaning, and miscellaneous repairs and maintenance to properly preserve and maintain the vessel.
• Responsible for adjusting, tuning, oiling, cleaning, testing, maintaining and repairing main propulsion engines and auxiliary systems in good working conditions.
• Troubleshoot problems and diagnose malfunctions; determining the extent of repairs, parts and services required to bring equipment back up to speed in the most efficient time, minimal labor and cost.
• Stands watch in the engine room while equipment is online and in operation. When work requires multi-shift operations, the incumbent is subject to call on all shifts for technical matters and assistance.

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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position falls under condition of employment for certain civilian positions identified safety sensitive under the Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration rules on Drug and Alcohol testing.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Approximately 75% of the time may be spent on temporary (TDY) duty away from permanent duty station requiring travel and living aboard the towboat for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within two years of employment. (Note: If you currently possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License, a copy must be submitted with this application).
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Position may be designated Mission Essential.
• Position is designated as Non-Sensitive-No access is required.

Qualifications

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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(n) Engineer (Diesel) without more than normal supervision which is described as: Maintaining, inspecting, and repairing main propulsion engines and auxiliary systems; maintaining accountability of parts or supplies; and determining repairs or modifications as needed. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Physical Effort: Engineer is required to perform operations and maintenance on all vessel systems. Heavy physical effort will be frequently required. Moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and lifting items weighing 50 pounds and occasionally 100 pounds is required. Extended periods of time standing, kneeling, bending and walking on steel decks, working aloft, climbing ladders,and entering small cramped, wet and confined spaces is required.
• Working Conditions: The majority of work will be performed in areas subject to fumes, high heat, noise and cramped conditions. Work around moving machinery where there is a danger of cuts, bruises and burns and traumatic injuries. Work environment is predominantly on the water and is subject to the hazards of drowning. Some work is performed outside in all types of weather. Incumbent is subject to call at any time to restore navigation channel, locks and dams to operational status.

Note: Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within two years of employment.

Note: If you currently possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License, a copy must be submitted with this application.

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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• 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) Installations Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• 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.
• Position is designated as Non-Sensitive-No access is required.
• This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 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 MEBA bargaining unit.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date.
• Incumbent will be assigned to MV Strong.
• Incumbent must possess, or obtain within 2 years, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's license.
• This particular announcement will be utilizing Expedited Referral Process. Your resume will not be reviewed for qualifications until a selection is made.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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