About the Position: As the Diesel Engineer on an 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 administrative supervision of the towboat supervisor. Responsible for the proper operations, functioning, maintenance and repair of all floating plant, mechanical, deck machinery and electrical equipment aboard.

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 conditions. 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.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within two year of employment. (Note: If you currently possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License, a copy must be submitted with this application).
• 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: 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.) 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 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) 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. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen OutAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments 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