About the Position: This position is assigned to operate vessels between 500-1200 horsepower performing both towing and tender duties. USCG license required - The minimum acceptable U.S. Coast Guard merchant mariner credential (MMC) to be considered for this position is the "MASTER OF TOWING (WESTERN WATERS)".

Duties

Operates vessels performing both towing and tender duties. The majority of work time is spent performing tending duties. Follows marine industry's "Rules of the Road" pertaining to the proper use and display of lights, horns, signals, etc. necessary on major navigation routes. Responsible for the safety and well-being of several people at any particular time and therefore shows sound judgment while steering tows, particularly in high water or fast flow conditions. When assigned to dredging, operates a tender in making and breaking up floating pontoon pipelines. On signal from Leverman, maneuvers anchor barge in lifting and setting anchors. Tows fuel barge, water barge, etc. Responsible for keeping the tender, cabin and engine room clean and in good operating condition.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• USCG credential required- The minimum acceptable U.S. Coast Guard merchant mariner credential (MMC) is the "MASTER OF TOWING".
• May be required to alternate working hours on all shifts to include weekdays and weekends as well as rotating shifts.
• Pre-employment and annual physicals required.
• The position meets the criteria for random drug testing under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program as supplemented by the USACE Pamphlet 600-1-3.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work.
• Overnight duty travel up to 75% of the time.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Must be able to lift/carry items up to 75 lbs.
• Successful applicants may possess the "MATE PILOT OF TOWING VESSELS (WESTERN RIVERS) with a restricted area MASTER OF TOWING" MMC within 3 years of selection for this position must achieve an unrestricted "MASTER OF TOWING (WESTERN RIVERS)".
• Failure to achieve the specified license upgrade within 3 years of selection may result in removal action.

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 ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleVeterans 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) Master Tender without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common tasks of motor vessel operation such as performing both towing and tender duties up to 1200 horsepower; sound decision making responses when encountering oncoming towboats and other vessels; sound judgment while steering tows; operations of diesel tender; towing of fuel barge, water barge, etc.; operate a floating plant fleet. - 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 Supervision (Screen-out Element)Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)Operation of Motor VehiclesReliability and Dependability as a Towboat OperatorWork Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Physical Effort: Works around moving machinery and floating plant. Physical exertion is required in lifting heavy parts, tying up barges, etc. Continuous standing, walking and stooping are required. Working Conditions: There is danger of injury as a result of snapping cables and lines moving heavy equipment and lifting heavy anchors. There is exposure to traffic hazards, especially at night. Since work is over water, there is danger of drowning, although workers are required to wear approved personnel flotation device.

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R906 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-ST PAUL DO NOT MAIL St. Paul, MN 55101 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk