Serves as Engineering Equipment Operator in a designated field office in the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Division, Operations Department, United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission. OPEN UNTIL FILLED: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL THE VACANCY IS FILLED. IT MAY BE EXTENDED OR CLOSED PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE. FIRST CUT OFF DATE FOR APPLYING IS 10/26/2023. ADDITIONAL CUTOFF DATES WILL BE DETERMINED AS NEEDED.

Duties

Operates farm-type tractors with towed or attached equipment on rough, uneven, and sloped terrain. Operates one or more types of gasoline or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment. Operates a heavy equipment transport truck and lowboy trailer combination for the purpose of transporting heavy construction equipment and materials to/from job sites. Performs operator maintenance tasks to keep vehicles and equipment in safe and serviceable condition. Performs tasks involved in the repair and maintenance of buildings, grounds, structures, fixtures, utilities, and designated monuments. Performs tasks such as painting, sandblasting, concrete, electrical, plumbing and carpentry work.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or Naturalized U.S. Citizen.
• For Status Candidates Only: You must meet one or more criteria in the Area of Consideration section.
• You must obtain and maintain a favorable background Investigation.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• You must possess and maintain a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License (CDL), without impeding restrictions, that a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory has issued.
• You must obtain and maintain a tanker and a hazardous material (HAZ-MAT) endorsement on your Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 6 months of the date of appointment, that a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory has issued.
• You must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination.
• You must pass a pre-employment drug test and pass periodic drug testing thereafter. A positive result will prevent employment or subject the incumbent to disciplinary action, up to removal from the position.
• You must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 44 pounds unassisted, and over 44 pounds with assistance.
• You must be able to sustain periods of substantial walking, bending, stooping, standing, crouching, stretching, and reaching.
• You may be required to enter Mexico to carry out official agency business.
• You may be subject to unfavorable conditions that include high and low temperature extremes, and excessive winds.
• You may be required to use a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), or face fitted respirator.
• You must maintain Direct Deposit of your federal pay.
• You must complete and successfully pass the DHS required E-Verify employment verification check.

Qualifications

Qualifications must be met by 05/31/2024 Minimum Qualification Requirement - To qualify, there is no specific length of training or experience required, however your resume must demonstrate enough experience to show your ability to perform the duties of an Engineering Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision. Examples of experience include: operating gasoline or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment with wheeled or crawler type traction (e.g. crawler tractor, graders, front-end loader, backhoe, trench digger, bulldozer, etc.); operating gasoline or diesel-powered motor vehicles (e.g. dump truck, water truck, tractor/trailer) with a gross vehicle weight of over 32,000 pounds; operating a heavy equipment transport truck and lowboy trailer combination; operating different sets of controls and attachments on heavy equipment using hand, foot, and eye coordination; determining the nature of soil and features of the terrain in order to safely grade surfaces to rough or fine specification; using basic tools such as wrenches, sockets, pliers, and/or screwdrivers to perform maintenance tasks on vehicles and equipment; applying knowledge of vehicle overhead and side clearances, turning radius, and breaking distance to adhere to state laws and agency traffic safety rules; loading, arranging, and securing cargo onto trailers; painting metal structures, equipment, and various other types of surfaces; repairing concrete surfaces and structures; replacing wall switches, light fixtures, and outlets; measuring, cutting, constructing, installing, and repairing frame structures, shelving, cabinets and doors; removing, cleaning, installing, and replacing plumbing joints and fixtures, drains, and traps. For more information on these qualification standards, please Office of Personnel Management's Federal Wage System Qualifications Standards. Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position. Part-Time or Unpaid Experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment. Physical Effort Heavy Frequently lifts and carries objects weighing up to 44 lbs. Heavier items are lifted with the assistance of others or by using equipment, such as carts, hand trucks, dollies, etc. Maintenance related work requires walking, standing, bending, climbing onto ladders, platforms, and scaffolds, and large equipment. Works in cramped or hard-to-reach places. The work requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, and moving of arms and legs in order to operate tractor controls and to make couplings between the equipment, attachments and large equipment; reaching above shoulders; engaging in rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously to operate multiple vehicle controls; using near and far vision (correctable) and depth perception to read instructions, monitor gauges, and operate mobile equipment; hearing (aid permitted) to monitor equipment operation and voice communication. Strain may be caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. Working Conditions Follows established safety procedures and practices to avoid injury and hazards in the work area. Use of protective clothing and safety gear, safety vest, safety shoes, goggles, face shield, hearing protection, and gloves. Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, dirt, dust, grease, solvents, paint fumes, noise, heights, slippery surfaces, and open waterways. Working in environmental conditions that may expose the incumbent to tetanus, tuberculosis, typhoid fever, Hepatitis Type A and Hepatitis Type B. Subject to abrasions, cuts, bruises, strains, fractures, insect bites, and other injuries. Exposed to the possibility of falling from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms. The occasional use of a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or face fitted respirator may be required following a medical examination to determine any limitations.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone - no substitution of education for experience is permitted

Contacts

• Address United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission 4191 N. Mesa Street El Paso, TX 79902 US
• Name: Loretta Palmer
• Email: [email protected]