This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: As the Diesel Engineer on a 85'X 30' 2560 HP diesel powered towboat engaged in towing, snagging, dredging, and channel maintenance, lock and dam maintenance, and normal or emergency operations on the Navigation Systems. Works under the supervision of the towboat supervisor.

Duties

Responsible for the continued operation and maintenance of the engine room, making periodic checks of engine room machinery, auxiliary plants, electrical systems, refrigerating, plumbing and heating systems, machinery, auxiliary equipment, and etc. Plans regular work schedule and responds to emergency work requirements and repairs and initiates or participates in review and improvement of work methods. Maintains good housekeeping and general repairs and maintenance aboard the towboats interior and exterior- this includes painting, daily cleaning, and miscellaneous repairs and maintenance to properly preserve and maintain the vessel. Responsible for adjusting, tuning, oiling, cleaning, testing, maintaining and repairing main propulsion engines and auxiliary systems in good working conditio Troubleshoot problems and diagnose malfunctions; determining the extent of repairs, parts and services required to bring equipment back up to speed in the most efficient time, minimal labor and cost. Stands watch in the engine room while equipment is online and in operation. When work requires multi-shift operations, the incumbent is subject to call on all shifts for technical matters and assistance.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Approximately 75% of the time may be spent on temporary (TDY) duty away from permanent duty station requiring travel and living aboard the towboat for extended periods of time.
• Position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position falls under condition of employment for certain civilian positions identified safety sensitive under the Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration rules on Drug and Alcohol testing.
• A Class A Commercial Driver's License(CDL) is required for employment. (Note: A copy of your current, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License must be submitted with this application in order to be considered eligible for this position).
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• Must be able to work under Inclement Weather Conditions.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Engineer (Diesel) without more than normal supervision which is described as maintaining, inspecting, and repairing, main propulsion engines and auxiliary systems; maintaining accountability of parts or supplies; and determining repairs or modifications needed. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Engineer is required to perform operations and maintenance on all vessel systems. Heavy physical effort will be frequently required. Moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying and lifting items weighing 50 pounds and occasionally 100 pounds is required. Extended periods of time standing, kneeling, bending and walking on steel decks, working aloft, climbing ladders, and entering small cramped, wet and confined spaces is required. Working Conditions: The majority of work will be performed in areas subject to fumes, high heat, noise and cramped conditions. Work around moving machinery where there is a danger of cuts, bruises and burns and traumatic injuries. Work environment is predominantly on the water and is subject to the hazards of drowning. Some work is performed outside in all types of weather. Incumbent is subject to call at any time to restore navigation channel, locks and dams to operational status.

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R904 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-VICKSBURG DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk