About the Position: Ice Harbor Project is a multi-purpose hydropower project with missions that include operation and maintenance of the facility, hydroelectric power generation with six generating units, navigation locks, fish facility with two fish ladders, recreation and natural resources management. Recreational opportunities including fishing, hunting, boating and camping are abundantly available to enthusiasts. This position is eligible for situational telework only.

Duties

Supervise the work of a crew performing routine mechanical maintenance and overhauls on equipment which includes: generators, transformers, turbines, motors, pumps, hydraulic gates, tainter gates, penstocks, diesel engines, cranes, cables and chains, motor launch, heating and ventilating equipment, air compressors, governors, hydraulic systems, hoists, etc Establish periodic maintenance and inspection schedules based on maintenance orders assigned. Assign work, and adjusts assignments according to workload, changing deadlines and priorities. Explains work requirements, methods, techniques and procedures as needed; defines the standards of quality and quantity to be met, provides additional instruction on difficult work operations.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A pre-employment physical is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver?s license.
• This position requires heavy lifting of up to 45 lbs.
• Position may require supervisory probationary period.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActNon-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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) POWER PLANT MECHANIC CREW SUPERVISOR without more than normal supervision. Experience as a journeyman level power plant mechanic and performed the majority of the following duties without more than normal supervision: transmit instructions into working assignments or tasks for a mechanical crew; set the pace for work accomplishments; explain and instruct others of the same or lower grades; inspect, accept or reject work of others; assure compliance to safety regulations and practices by crew members. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Trouble Shooting PHYSICAL EFFORT: Physical effort requires climbing stairs and ladders; prolonged standing and walking; and incumbent may occasionally assist trades and crafts workers by lifting, carrying, pushing pulling, and twisting objects weighing up to, and occasionally over, 45 pounds. There is danger of cuts, bruises, and burns from equipment and possible irritation or injury to eyes and skin from acids and solvents. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works both inside and outside the powerhouse. When working outside, is exposed to the usual climate extremes. Exposed to high noise levels when working in the powerhouse and shops and conditions of low visibility due to wearing protective devices and available light in some locations. Must endure the discomfort of protective devices such as ear plugs, safety glasses and goggles, face masks, shields, helmets, respirators and gloves depending on work supervised and safety requirements which must be met. At projects where repairs to sewage treatment plants are performed there is the additional danger of exposure to raw sewage. Must wear appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements.

Contacts

• Address HG-APF-W2SJ03 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, WALLA WALLA DO NOT MAIL Walla Walla, WA 99362 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk