About the Position: The incumbent will be required to live aboard the Dredge WHEELER during his/her tour of duty, which will be 2 weeks on duty/2 weeks off duty. Normal shift is 12 hour days with shift work required to stand watch. Due to the working schedule on the WHEELER, it is not a requirement to live locally, but it would be advantageous to the employee to avoid travel expenses as the Corps of Engineers does not pay transportation to and from the vessel.

Duties

Serves as a Third Mate aboard a diesel powered seagoing hopper dredge (Class I). Operates controls involving the dredging and dumping functions. Records dredging production information and makes entries on multiple load datasheets. Stand regular bridge watches consisting of complete navigation and control of the vessel to include steering or supervision of steering: controlling propulsion and variable pitch propeller systems; and supervising of the dredging function. Assist the Chief and Second Mates in the accomplishment of repairs and performance of general maintenance work by the deck department. Responsible for the care of deck and superstructure; the handling of hawsers and mooring lines; loading and unloading of stores and supplies: and, the cleanliness and sanitation of the dredge. Has charge of one or more lifeboats and/or life rafts. Operate pilot house navigation during bridge watches, to include monitoring the preparedness of safety and emergency equipment. Stands regularly assigned dredge control officer watches, performing dredging operations in accordance with plans, specifications and instructions from the Master, or other competent deck officer. Checks maintenance on all dredging equipment during assigned watch.

Requirements

• 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.
• Position requires a pre-employment and annual medical/physical examination is required
• Merchant Marnier Credential
• One year probationary may be required.
• Travel required.
• Rotating Shifts.

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)Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-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) Third Mate Hopper Dredge without more than normal supervision. This is defined as having the ability to perform the full range of tasks of a Third Mate, to include the safe navigation and dredging operations of a vessel under limited supervision, and on-deck mooring, anchor handling, and cargo operations under general guidance. Working on own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection. - 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)Dredging Operation and Equipment MaintenanceVessel OperationsWork Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Physical Efforts: Work involves standing, climbing, bending in occasionally cramped and awkward positions. Continually handles objects weighing from 5 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects over 40 pounds. Working Conditions: Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. The work environment involves considerable risk from potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to high voltage and working aboard a ship which at times could be exposed to rough seas which may create a potential personal risk. There is exposure to cuts, bruises, scrapes, broken bones and dangers of slipping from ladders and work stands.

Contacts

• Address GY-APF-W2R902 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, NEW ORLEANS DO NOT MAIL New Orleans, LA 70160 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk