About the Position: Serves as a Federal Wage System Supervisor (Assistant Lockmaster) at Chicago Harbor Lock and Dam within the Inland Marine Transportation System. Responsible for the implementation of all site operating and normal maintenance activities involving lock and dam operation and associated buildings, grounds and equipment operation and maintenance.

Duties

Exercises first line supervisory responsibility over a staff of full time, seasonal, and/or on-call lock and dam operators and occasionally, on a seasonal basis, one or more temporary lock and dam operators or laborers. Permanent personnel supervised are typically assigned on a rotating basis to shift schedules covering from “call only” up to 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Work supervised and performed includes that involving routine maintenance work required for the upkeep of lock, dam, and other site buildings, grounds, and equipment, and operating of lock and dam equipment. Supports, implements, and explains management programs such as incentive awards, cost reduction, affirmative action, time and leave, overtime, and others to subordinates. Serves as a primary credit card holder and may keep associated records on credit card usage and purchases. Plans the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials, and tools on a day to- day, project-by-project, or, on an occasionally longer basis.

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 testing under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE Pamphlet 600-1-3.
• Individual Districts may determine this position to be Mission Essential based on site-specific conditions. A designation of "Mission Essential" will be communicated by management to the incumbent(s) if applicable.
• Incumbent may be required to have an American Red Cross Standard First Aid card, CPR, and/or AED in good standing and/or wear a prescribed uniform based on site specific requirements.
• Incumbent may also be required to have a valid state drivers license based on job-related, site­ specific requirements.
• Employees are required to observe established safe working procedures.
• Appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment is provided to minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions, and its use is mandatory.
• Employee may be required to acquire and maintain appropriate Corps of Engineers equipment operating licenses based on site specific requirements.

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 Civilian Employees of the OrganizationCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic 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.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference 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) Lock and Dam Equipment Repairer Supervisor without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform the most difficult and complex duties of the position such as being responsible for supervising, instructing, and guiding the work of others in accordance with Lockmaster instructions on a daily basis. Experience working as a Lock and Dam Equipment Repairer Supervisor at a lock and dam site. I have performed and instructed primary lock and dam operating functions, coordinated maintenance efforts with site mechanic, checked on work in progress, and provided Lockmaster with status and progress of work. I have ensured that tools and equipment were used properly and safety practices and procedures were followed. I have been responsible to lead and perform the full range of repairs at a lock and dam site. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Lead or SuperviseAbility To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Trouble Shooting Work requires frequent standing, stooping, stretching, climbing and crouching. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. May occasionally lift and carry items weighing over 50 pounds. Uses coordination of eyes, hands and feet, and also of legs and body in installing, repairing, or testing equipment in confined areas such as manholes, enclosed switchgear structures, or on overhead structures. Climbs ladders and poles. Works inside and outside, subject to changing climatic conditions, loud noises, prolonged standing, falling, water hazards, drowning, cuts and bruises. Works in cramped places and is exposed to dirt, grease, fumes, and dust; works around heavy construction machinery, with and around power shop equipment. Occasionally will work behind bulkheads or in tunnels below water level.

Contacts

• Address RE-W2SM06 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-CHICAGO DO NOT MAIL Chicago, IL 60604 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk